ŷ

NILTON TEIXEIRA's Reviews > The Blue Hour

The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins
Rate this book
Clear rating

by
15546696
's review

really liked it

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)
47 likes · flag

Sign into ŷ to see if any of your friends have read The Blue Hour.
Sign In »

Reading Progress

November 15, 2024 – Started Reading
November 15, 2024 – Shelved as: to-read
November 15, 2024 – Shelved
November 16, 2024 –
15.0% "Good writing! And great storytelling.
Slow, but so far so good."
November 16, 2024 –
43.0%
November 16, 2024 –
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."
November 17, 2024 – Finished Reading

Comments Showing 1-26 of 26 (26 new)

dateDown arrow    newest »

message 1: by Jayme (new)

Jayme Great review!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Jayme!


message 3: by Haley (new)

Haley Terrific review, Nilton. This is on my TBR!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Haley! I hope you will enjoy it.


message 5: by Rachel (new) - added it

Rachel Hanes Terrific review, Nilton! So glad that you enjoyed this one! I’m seeing some pretty good reviews for this book, and I am looking forward to reading it soon. :)


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Rachel! I hope you will enjoy it.


message 7: by Jenna (new) - added it

Jenna Very helpful review, Nilton! It’s been interesting to see the mixed responses to this book, and you describe it very well.


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Jenna!


message 9: by Karine (new) - added it

Karine Great review Nilton, it goes straight to the tbr!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Karine! I hope you will enjoy it.


message 11: by Jodi (new)

Jodi Great review, Nilton!! I'm so glad you liked this!
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!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Jodi! Give this one a try. It’s very atmospheric.


message 13: by JaymeO (new)

JaymeO I totally gave up on this author. Glad it was a good surprise for you! Great review!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks JaymeO!


message 15: by Jackie (new)

Jackie @JaymeO. I gave up too. Add Ruth Ware to that list. And Riley Sager.


Brandi Johnson Great review Nilton! This one's on my wishlist and I hope to get to it in the new year.


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Brandi!


NILTON TEIXEIRA @Jackie and @JaymeO I gave up on Ruth Ware, Shari Lapena, Riley Sager, Alice Feeney and a few more.


Shelley's Book Nook Great review of this one, Nilton. It does not deserve the low rating it has. I loved it. 🤗💕


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Shelley!


Susan's Reviews Excellent review, Nelson. I think the author gave us a hint at the end. No spoilers but Becker's remarks about the various lights: the light from the light house, then the flashing blue lights - I think the author was telling us something through Becker's hazy mind... I put my suspicion in a spoiler alert at the end of my own review of this really great thriller. Like you, I was not impressed with her second novel, but this one was outstanding! Once I did extra research and thought about it, I was okay with that ending... Hope springs eternal!!!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Susan! And I loved your input!


message 23: by Holly (new)

Holly  B (slower pace!) Great review Nilton!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Holly!


Barbara Excellent review Nilton. I agree with your review!


NILTON TEIXEIRA Thanks Barbara!


back to top