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A review by booktrishandmagic
Shiver by Allie Reynolds
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I really loved this book! It’s another wintery “locked room mystery,” which is quickly becoming my favorite sub-genre of thrillers. I really enjoyed the focus on snowboarding, as I’ve always been a fan of the sport. I was stoked about the two timelines, with the past explaining the events that led to the present situation. There were quite a few chapters that ended with a very big shock, so I couldn’t just put the book down. I just kept reading! The character development is strong and definitely makes you either love or hate some of the main characters. I HATED Saskia with a passion. It was hard to trust anyone. I had a few assumptions about what was going on, one of them was right. This book took me through so many twists I was completely mind-blown at the end. Reynolds did an excellent job at keeping me guessing. I really loved the ending, I felt like it was different and wrapped up neatly. If you’re looking for a great winter read, this one is perfect!