This book just gutted me. Again. I remembered that it was an emotional read that I couldn’t put down, but I forgot across the 5 year gap just how emotThis book just gutted me. Again. I remembered that it was an emotional read that I couldn’t put down, but I forgot across the 5 year gap just how emotional it is. I listened to the audiobook, which was fantastic, as long as you don’t mind crying all day.
PREVIOUS REVIEW:
This was so compelling that I couldn't put it down. Park is killing it in the NA realm, and I can't believe I didn't read this book sooner after loving Flat Out Love (I confess, I just realized this is the same author---so oops. I should have grabbed more of her work sooner). I suspect I'll go try to get my hands on everything else she's written now, in case it's as equally fabulous as the 4 novels I've now read by her.
Not only is the basic concept intriguing (2 people stare at each other in silence for 180 seconds with unexpected results), but this story has so much depth, with such flawed but truly lovable characters. It moves in unexpected ways and feels fresh from other stories that I've read that are actually somewhat similar.
I have to confess that I get anxious around Indie novels, because I've had far more bad experiences than good ones. However, I think that's partly on me and my apparently poor ability to choose fantastic reads like this. Instead of being scared, or avoiding them out of fear they will be terrible, I should do my homework better to find indie novels that are going to be a good fit for me, because there's so much to miss when I overlook gems like this.
That being said, I'm taking suggestions below for people's favorite indie novels of all time. Just don't rec your own book, your best friend's book, or a family member's book. I get way too much of that on social media and am tired of advertising. No advertising/promotion here. I just want to hear honest comments about the Indie novels that you love to pieces and couldn't live without. If I see something that resonates with me, I'll be sure to add it to my list.
I really enjoyed this Whodunit novel. It's the 2nd in a series, but I read it first with no confusion. It stands alone well. While I typically wouldn'I really enjoyed this Whodunit novel. It's the 2nd in a series, but I read it first with no confusion. It stands alone well. While I typically wouldn't read a series out of order, it worked out great in this instance.
I have to admit I like to know as little as possible about a book before I read, so I was guessing this was going to be more of a romance novel. It isn't. I mean, there's a strong thread of romance and some definitely sexy moments, but it fits even better into the Murder Mystery/Suspense genres.
I enjoyed the variety of characters and perspectives, and along the way, I changed my mind a few times about which ones I liked and which ones disgusted me with their lousy behaviors. I think most people don't have a particularly high opinion of gossip columnists and photographers, but this story turns the tables around on that and lets you see many different sides to people who work in that industry.
Overall, it's a good, solid read, and I recommend it for anyone who likes mystery and suspense with a sensual element. ...more
I've know the author through Twitter for a few months and volunteered to read her novel. There was absolutely nothing in it for me, except the chance I've know the author through Twitter for a few months and volunteered to read her novel. There was absolutely nothing in it for me, except the chance to read the book before others got to read it. These are my honest opinions.
I read the novel blind, which means I didn't bother to read the synopsis or description ahead of time. I really like to be surprised, and I was. This is a smart, well-written novel that was easy to read and kept me on the edge of my seat. The characters are interesting and well-developed. The pacing is good, and the author has a unique voice.
Amber, the main character, faces both internal and external battles. She's a writer, and what happened to her horrifies my inner-writer. There were many twists and turns along the way, and I couldn't, for the life of me, guess what was going to happen next. Honestly, I didn't even want to. I just wanted to flip the page and enjoy the unexpected journey.
I’m very happy to have been one of the first to get to read this story, and I hope that you’ll be the next to read it....more
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