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Triptych by Karin Slaughter
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EDIT: Reread as of December 1, 2015

Sometimes, if I'm in a good mood, I believe in second chances. That's why we have rehab because some people need to have another shot.

I decided to give Triptych another chance because Hridya said that Michael (the fucktard who I thought was the lead) is not the hero of this book but Will Trent. I should have known this obvious fact because Will Trent's name is the also the name for this series. Sometimes my stupidity astounds me.

Anyway, so there I was, rereading this book and here are my thoughts.

The Good

The gore. My goodness the gorey scenes in this book is amazing. I love my crime books dirty and gritty and Karin Slaughter gave that to me so kudos to that.

The character: John Shelley

I actually feel sorry for this dude. He's the type of character that needs to have a second chance. I was horrified with what he experienced inside the prison and I love the way he stood up with himself in the end.

The character: Will Trent

Because.


The Bad

Maybe I'm not that sold to this book because I found out who's the motherfucking bastard in this story. I was already half way in the book when I realized who's chopping the tongues of those teenagers and lemme tell you, that took the thrill out of the book.

I also find the out of order flashbacks of John Shelley's life annoying. I think the author did that to make it interesting but it didn't work for me. It only add confusion and I was like meh.


The Evil

The characters. All of these fucktards are in my shit list.

Let me start with Angie-

First of all bitch, I don't like you. How can I when you're an ungrateful twat who loves to hurt those around you. You use people like a discarded tissue and I never liked how you use Will like he's your fuckboy or something.

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Michael

Of all the motherfuckers, you are the motherfuckest. Fuck you, dipshit.

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Michael's mother

I forgot the bitch's name but trust me, she's a bitch. Fuck you too.


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I do not like infidelity (who the fuck does?) that's why when I found out that our wonderful hero has an affair with a 15 year old girl, I stopped reading immediately. Don't try to change my mind, trolls .That's just gross.I'll be reading more of Karin Slaughter's works in the future but for now..

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Reading Progress

August 3, 2015 – Shelved as: to-read
August 3, 2015 – Shelved
October 19, 2015 – Shelved as: read-2015
Started Reading
October 20, 2015 – Finished Reading
December 1, 2015 – Shelved as: adult
December 1, 2015 – Shelved as: crime
December 1, 2015 – Shelved as: nakama-said

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message 1: by Donita (new)

Donita Totally understandable.. :) Hilarious choice of GIF paige! Lol :) <3


Paige  Bookdragon Donita wrote: "Totally understandable.. :) Hilarious choice of GIF paige! Lol :) <3"

Thanks Donita! That's Gina in Brooklyn99. She's weird and hilarious :)


message 3: by Kels (new)

Kels Perfect response, Paige! That would have been my chosen sentiment as well! Ew!


Sharon ∞❥ is an emotional book junkie ❥∞ "Don't try to change my mind, trolls ." LMAO...that made me laugh so much. well said Paige!


Aj the Ravenous Reader Lol! Paige. Smart move.^^


message 6: by Jilly (new)

Jilly Paige, change your mind about 15 yr old girls having affairs with married men! Come on!


Paige  Bookdragon @Kelly: LOL! So true Kelly. Affairs between adults annoys me, but if it's between a grown man and a teenager, no matter how much the adult proclaims that she seduces him is just plain wrong. Ew times two.

@Sharon: Hahaha! Thanks dear :)

@Aj: Tenchu :) I try to be smart every now and then :)

@Jilly: I don't wanna. I don't wanna. I don't wanna. Hahahaha


matcha Sorry to butt in (and I promise I'm not a troll), but that asshole isn't the hero!


Paige  Bookdragon Hridya wrote: "Sorry to butt in (and I promise I'm not a troll), but that asshole isn't the hero!"

Wait, what?!


Paige  Bookdragon I was more annoyed than anything with this book. Maybe it was that our "hero" Michael the married cop was having sex with the 15 year old kid next door or maybe it was the fact that I grew up in Atlanta....

A friend of mine also thinks that Michael is the hero of the story..Who is the hero? WHisper it to me..


matcha Paige wrote: "
I was more annoyed than anything with this book. Maybe it was that our "hero" Michael the married cop was having sex with the 15 year old kid next door or maybe it was the fact that I grew up i..."


The hero is Will Trent! (I have a thing for sweet/damaged/flawed characters, so I really liked him. I don't know if you read about him already, I think he's introduced pretty late?) But do you want to know who Michael really is?


Paige  Bookdragon Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "
I was more annoyed than anything with this book. Maybe it was that our "hero" Michael the married cop was having sex with the 15 year old kid next door or maybe it was the fact that..."


Sweet raptor Jesus. I'll probably read it again after knowing Will Trent is the hero. The only reason why this didn't work out is because I thought michael is the hero and blech.


˥S󲹰Dz˥ Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)


Paige  Bookdragon ˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably read this one again because Michael is not the hero ( as Hridya said). :) I love crime book and Slaughter is one of the best :)


message 15: by matcha (last edited Nov 18, 2015 10:45AM) (new) - rated it 5 stars

matcha Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably read this one again because Michael is not the hero ( as Hri..."


I'm glad!! I thought this was a great book so I've already requested the second one from the library.


Paige  Bookdragon Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably read this one again because Michael is not the..."


I'll read this as soon as I can stomach Michael's ewness. But I'm glad you like this!


˥S󲹰Dz˥ Right. I didn't read her comment. Will is pretty fantastic. Just finished the series and LOVED it. Go back to it sometime.


matcha Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably read this one again because Mic..."


Trust me, I was dry-heaving every time Michael was around. Will makes up for it though


Paige  Bookdragon ˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Right. I didn't read her comment. Will is pretty fantastic. Just finished the series and LOVED it. Go back to it sometime."

I really thought Michael is the hero but oh well, good thing some people set the record straight :)


matcha Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Right. I didn't read her comment. Will is pretty fantastic. Just finished the series and LOVED it. Go back to it sometime."

I really thought Michael is the hero but oh well, good ..."


I'm glad I commented! And I hope you enjoy the book :D


message 21: by Paige (last edited Nov 18, 2015 10:56AM) (new) - rated it 3 stars

Paige  Bookdragon Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably read this one aga..."


Oh goody! Now I'm excited to know this Will *rubs hand evilly* And thanks for the comment!


matcha Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'll probably re..."


Oh I could write an essay on how much I love Will!! You should comment on this thread or something after you finish reading it, I'd love to know what you thought of him.


Paige  Bookdragon Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more from her. :)"

I'..."


Sure will!


message 24: by matcha (last edited Nov 18, 2015 11:09AM) (new) - rated it 5 stars

matcha Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "Hridya wrote: "Paige wrote: "˥S󲹰Dz� wrote: "Bummer!! I loved this one Paige. She is a fantastic author so I am glad you will read more fr..."

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Paige  Bookdragon I have a doctorate in pun.. :)


matcha Paige wrote: "I have a doctorate in pun.. :)"

I believe it


Cynthia Corral LOL I actually loved this book but I might love your review even more.


Paige  Bookdragon Cynthia wrote: "LOL I actually loved this book but I might love your review even more."

Thanks Cynthia! I kinda forgot this series exists so I might read the next books. hahaha


Ivy - Hearts Books. I am OBSESSED with Karin's writing! I freaking love Will Trent! My favorite series is Will Trent but Grant County is another whole triiiiiiip by itself. There's a crossover between both book series so you have no choice but to read all the books. If you're reading the Will Trent books please don't pick up Criminal (pretty messed up read) until you've read the others. The Kept Woman is the upcoming addition to the same series so do not start with it or you'll miss Will's character growth. Also her stand alone novels will keep you turning the pages.


Ivy - Hearts Books. PS. Love your review but give Will a second chance and EVERYONE I know who has read the series loathes Angie - trust me in Triptych she is a novice you should read the other books and see what she's like in full bloom! But for the love of reading I reiterate, hands off Criminal until you've read the other books.


Paige  Bookdragon Ivy - Hearts Books wrote: "PS. Love your review but give Will a second chance and EVERYONE I know who has read the series loathes Angie - trust me in Triptych she is a novice you should read the other books and see what she'..."

I wiiiill read it soon :) I'll just have to get my own copy :) A lot of people love her books so I might give them another chance. The gory scenes are to my liking and that's a plus �

We need to fangirl after I read the second W.T book :)


Ivy - Hearts Books. Yes we Will (back at you)!


message 33: by Glen (new) - rated it 4 stars

Glen Saeger The twist about mid-book threw me a surprise. I knew how it would end from there out....except for the last chapter. No spoilers here.


message 34: by Mary (new)

Mary Chasin "Our wonderful hero has an affair with a fifteen year old" Um, no. He doesn't.


Paige  Bookdragon Mary wrote: ""Our wonderful hero has an affair with a fifteen year old" Um, no. He doesn't."

Hi Mary. It's been awhile since I've read the book and I'm currently looking for my copy so I can re-check that part where the 15 year old died and Will found out.

I'm curious about your thoughts about the book. :)


Alienor ✘ French Frowner ✘ THANK YOU for your review because without it I would have stopped for the same reason than you, and I ended really liking it (and Will. Of course Will).


message 37: by Mari (new) - rated it 5 stars

Mari I think I must of missed the part about having an affair with a 15 yr old unless you meant the original guy you thought was the Hero/Main Character??


Paige  Bookdragon @mari that part of my review was made before I get to realize that Will Trent was the hero. I thought it was the other guy whodid


Ashleah I thought Michael was having an affair with the 15-year old girl's mother?


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