Reviewed by Joséphine on
October 11, 2015
Further thoughts: After further contemplation, I decided to go with 3.5 stars. The narration definitely made this book a fair bit more entertaining. I loved the narration. However, the writing grated on me a bit. There's only so many times I can hear "positively" and "Not on your life-ski" without going mad. Then there was this whole list of main characters. I have no idea how many different ones and I still question the existence of Mabel.
That being said, the setting was very atmospheric and well presented. The plot kept me entertained, though the resolution felt a little short compared to the lengthiness that embodied this book. I'll most likely listen to the audiobook of sequel as well rather than read it in print because without January Savoy's narration, I don't know how far I'll get.
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October 10, 2015
Initial thoughts: I kinda liked it but somehow wasn't hooked. Not too sure if that's because an 18-hour audiobook's way beyond my normal range of 8–12 hours. I think I'mma have to sleep on it. My guess is I will end up rating it 3.5 or 4 stars but that's still up for debate.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 10 October, 2015: Finished reading
- 10 October, 2015: Reviewed