Scan barcode
angieoverbooked's reviews
494 reviews
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
mysterious
tense
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
mysterious
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The Faculty Lounge: A Novel by Jennifer Mathieu
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Five-Star Stranger by Kat Tang
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This was an intriguing, unique and quick read. I was so fascinated by this premise, I started reading it the same day I received it. (!!) And I quickly became invested in the life and jobs of The “Stranger.” (we never learn his real name.)
He’s extremely focused on satisfying his clients and maintaining his status by racking up five-star ratings. He can effortlessly fake connections while working but doesn’t seek or allow them in his real life. Even the reader can’t get close to him.
While I didn't exactly like him- and don’t think we’re supposed to- I did empathize with him. Because of course there’s a reason to discover that explains his aversion to interpersonal relationships. And I appreciated his witty and satirical observations of an array of settings in NYC.
Thanks to Simon & Schuster for the gifted copy.
He’s extremely focused on satisfying his clients and maintaining his status by racking up five-star ratings. He can effortlessly fake connections while working but doesn’t seek or allow them in his real life. Even the reader can’t get close to him.
While I didn't exactly like him- and don’t think we’re supposed to- I did empathize with him. Because of course there’s a reason to discover that explains his aversion to interpersonal relationships. And I appreciated his witty and satirical observations of an array of settings in NYC.
Thanks to Simon & Schuster for the gifted copy.