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The Blue Hour
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This is the latest book by this author.
After reading the disappointing “A Slow Fire Burning� I had no expectations about this one.
But I have to admit that I was delighted and surprised by the writing and storytelling. Such an improvement! Hence my ratings.
I thought that the atmosphere was eerie enough and the development of the storyline was very slow, but its execution was well done (and I loved the diary entries).
It’s not a book that will satisfy all readers, especially because the characters are not that likeable and the conclusion was not very satisfying as it left the readers with some unanswered questions.
I read the book while simultaneously listening to the audiobook narrated by Gemma Whelan, who did a marvelous job and doubled my enjoyment, so I do recommend the audiobook (although you have to pay attention in order to recognize the diary entries).
Hardcover (Doubleday Canada): 320 pages
e-book (Kobo): 288 pages (default), 83k words, 48 chapters
Audiobook: 10.6 hours (unabridged)
After reading the disappointing “A Slow Fire Burning� I had no expectations about this one.
But I have to admit that I was delighted and surprised by the writing and storytelling. Such an improvement! Hence my ratings.
I thought that the atmosphere was eerie enough and the development of the storyline was very slow, but its execution was well done (and I loved the diary entries).
It’s not a book that will satisfy all readers, especially because the characters are not that likeable and the conclusion was not very satisfying as it left the readers with some unanswered questions.
I read the book while simultaneously listening to the audiobook narrated by Gemma Whelan, who did a marvelous job and doubled my enjoyment, so I do recommend the audiobook (although you have to pay attention in order to recognize the diary entries).
Hardcover (Doubleday Canada): 320 pages
e-book (Kobo): 288 pages (default), 83k words, 48 chapters
Audiobook: 10.6 hours (unabridged)
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Reading Progress
November 15, 2024
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Started Reading
November 15, 2024
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November 15, 2024
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November 16, 2024
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November 16, 2024
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80.0%
"I will finish this book tomorrow.
I do praise the writing and the storytelling.
What a difference from her previous books.
But I may not please everyone, as the development is very slow.
I love reading the diary entries.
I see 4 stars coming."
I do praise the writing and the storytelling.
What a difference from her previous books.
But I may not please everyone, as the development is very slow.
I love reading the diary entries.
I see 4 stars coming."
November 17, 2024
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Finished Reading
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Although I don't read thrillers, I did read two of Hawkins' earlier books (before I concerned myself with 'genres') - The Girl on the Train and Into the Water, and really liked them!
