Who is this book for?
- Fans of dark, gritty thrillers with graphic content.
- True crime enthusiasts who enjoy detailed descriptions of criminal acts.
- Readers who appreciate multiple POVs, especially from the antagonist's perspective.
- Those who enjoy cat-and-mouse dynamics between protagonists and antagonists.
- Fans of the author's podcast or the previous book in the series.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Readers sensitive to graphic violence or disturbing content.
- Those who prefer standalone novels rather than series with cliffhangers.
- Readers looking for more focus on forensic details and procedural elements.
- People who dislike juvenile or unpolished writing styles.
- Those who expect deep character development for all characters, including secondary ones.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Dark, gripping, and tense thriller that keeps readers on their toes
- Page-turning plot with pulse-pounding suspense
- Dual perspectives from both the protagonist and the antagonist
- Vivid and atmospheric writing that creates a sense of dread and danger
- Interesting character development, especially for the main character Wren
- Clever cat-and-mouse dynamics between the characters
- Gruesome and graphic scenes that appeal to true crime enthusiasts
- Continuation of an intriguing series with potential for more books
- Well-executed multiple POVs, especially the antagonist's perspective
- Engaging plot twists and shocking moments
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- May be too graphic and disturbing for some readers
- Requires reading the first book for full context and enjoyment
- Some readers found the writing style juvenile or lacking polish
- Occasional plot holes or disconnects in the narrative
- Overuse of certain descriptors and metaphors
- Less focus on forensic details than some readers expected
- Some predictable elements in the plot
- Cliffhanger ending that may frustrate readers wanting closure
- Character development for secondary characters could be improved
- Some readers felt it didn't live up to the first book in the series
