With a Vengeance

by

Riley Sager

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Fans of classic locked-room mysteries and Agatha Christie-style whodunits.
  • Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with lots of twists and turns.
  • Those who appreciate atmospheric historical settings, especially on trains.
  • People who like revenge plots and morally gray characters.
  • Fans of Riley Sager's previous works and his writing style.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers looking for deeply developed, realistic characters.
  • Those who prefer slower-paced, more methodical mystery novels.
  • People who are easily frustrated by implausible plot twists or coincidences.
  • Fans of strictly historically accurate period pieces.
  • Readers who dislike violence or darker themes in their thrillers.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Fast-paced and addictive read that many found hard to put down
  • Atmospheric setting on a luxury 1950s train during a blizzard
  • Homage to classic locked-room mysteries and Agatha Christie novels
  • Multiple twists and reveals that kept readers guessing
  • Cinematic writing style that made it easy to visualize the scenes
  • Compelling revenge plot with high emotional stakes
  • Strong, layered female protagonist in Anna
  • Tense, claustrophobic atmosphere as events unfold on the train
  • Nostalgic noir/classic Hollywood thriller vibes
  • Quick, entertaining read for fans of mystery thrillers

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Plot twists became excessive and implausible for some readers
  • Characters felt flat or stereotypical to some
  • Pacing issues – slow/repetitive sections mixed with over-the-top action
  • Lack of historical authenticity for the 1950s setting
  • Overuse of characters' full names throughout the text
  • Predictable elements for seasoned mystery readers
  • Some found the ending convoluted or unsatisfying
  • Lack of depth in exploring characters' motivations
  • Relied too heavily on coincidence and luck in the plot
  • Dialogue and internal monologue sometimes felt unrealistic

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