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A review by beriboo
The It Girl by Ruth Ware
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
"The IT Girl by Ruth Ware: Falls Short of Thrilling Expectations"
Rating: 2.5/5 stars
"The IT Girl" by Ruth Ware promised an enticing mystery, yet it fell short of delivering the thrilling suspense it initially hinted at. The narrative steers away from the conventional thriller track, focusing more on Hannah grappling with the aftermath of April's death than building a gripping suspenseful atmosphere. While the premise of murder should inherently evoke tension, the story's focus on Hannah's coping process seemed to dilute the thriller aspect.
One of the significant letdowns was the lack of a strong connection with the characters. Despite the intense emotional turmoil that should have bonded the reader to Hannah, I found it challenging to truly empathise or engage with her. The bond between April and Hannah, which should have been the heart of the story, failed to evoke the depth needed to justify Hannah's consuming obsession with April after a prolonged period.
The novel had the potential to delve into the psychological nuances of dealing with trauma and loss, but it failed to capitalise on this aspect, leaving the reader wanting a deeper exploration of the character's emotions and motivations. The absence of a strong connection or understanding of the characters made it difficult to become fully invested in the unfolding events.
While the premise had promise, "The IT Girl" struggled to deliver the anticipated thrill and depth, leaving the reader detached from the characters and their motivations. For those seeking a gripping, edge-of-your-seat thriller, this might not hit the mark.
Rating: 2.5/5 stars
"The IT Girl" by Ruth Ware promised an enticing mystery, yet it fell short of delivering the thrilling suspense it initially hinted at. The narrative steers away from the conventional thriller track, focusing more on Hannah grappling with the aftermath of April's death than building a gripping suspenseful atmosphere. While the premise of murder should inherently evoke tension, the story's focus on Hannah's coping process seemed to dilute the thriller aspect.
One of the significant letdowns was the lack of a strong connection with the characters. Despite the intense emotional turmoil that should have bonded the reader to Hannah, I found it challenging to truly empathise or engage with her. The bond between April and Hannah, which should have been the heart of the story, failed to evoke the depth needed to justify Hannah's consuming obsession with April after a prolonged period.
The novel had the potential to delve into the psychological nuances of dealing with trauma and loss, but it failed to capitalise on this aspect, leaving the reader wanting a deeper exploration of the character's emotions and motivations. The absence of a strong connection or understanding of the characters made it difficult to become fully invested in the unfolding events.
While the premise had promise, "The IT Girl" struggled to deliver the anticipated thrill and depth, leaving the reader detached from the characters and their motivations. For those seeking a gripping, edge-of-your-seat thriller, this might not hit the mark.