Who is this book for?
- Fans of James Patterson's writing style and the Michael Bennett series.
- Readers who enjoy police procedurals with a strong family element.
- Those looking for a quick, easy-to-read thriller with a mix of action and personal drama.
- People who appreciate stories about large, close-knit families overcoming challenges.
- Readers who prefer their crime novels on the lighter side without excessive violence or gore.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Experienced mystery readers looking for complex, unpredictable plots.
- Those who prefer their thrillers to be more intense and less focused on family life.
- Readers seeking deep character development or exploration of social issues.
- People who are easily frustrated by plot holes or illogical character motivations.
- Fans of more literary or stylistically sophisticated crime fiction.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Fast-paced and suspenseful plot that keeps readers engaged
- Strong focus on family dynamics and relationships
- Well-developed main character Michael Bennett who is likable and relatable
- Interesting side characters like Rob Trilling and the Bennett family members
- Good balance between the police investigation and personal storylines
- Some unexpected twists and turns in the mystery
- Easy to read writing style
- Part of a long-running popular series with established characters
- Touches on relevant themes like work-life balance
- Satisfying resolution for fans of the series
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Plot holes and inconsistencies in the main mystery
- Predictable elements for experienced mystery readers
- Too much focus on family life for some readers wanting more thriller content
- Simplistic writing style that may not appeal to all
- Lack of depth in exploring some introduced themes and characters
- Title and cover don't seem to match the actual content well
- Some unresolved plot threads and unanswered questions
- Inclusion of 'woke' ideas felt forced to some readers
- Villain's motivation and actions don't make logical sense
- Repetitive elements for those familiar with the series formula
