So, this was an enjoyable book! (Also, quick second for some cover appreciation, yes? Look at it. I may need a finished copy, just saying.) Anyway, this book has quite a bit going for it, so we shall break it down by the pros and cons!
The Stuff I Liked:
- The atmosphere is so on point. I mean, you think you're going to be in a creepy small town set on the water, and wow are you ever. I absolutely felt the eeriness of this place, as well as the small town vibe.
- I loved the focus on the history of the legend of the sisters. I'd totally read a book wholly about their backstory, honestly. They seemed badass, especially for their time. But the parts of their story we got were fabulous, so I am happy!
- While the relationship was a *bit* quick for my liking, there was no denying that Penny and Bo had chemistry. And I liked some spoilery parts of their relationship, and I'll leave it at that.
- The plot was quite twisty, and even though I did figure some of them out ahead of time, it didn't really bother me much. The story definitely kept me entertained and engaged. It was a good length, too- long enough to tell the whole story, but not overly long where I would get bored. It flowed nicely, also.
The Stuff I Didn't:
- Some of the end felt a little... easy. Obviously I cannot speak more to this, but I was left feeling a little... unsure?
- I would have liked a bit more familial interaction. I know there were some reasons for this. One that I can talk about is how Penny's mom is still grieving the disappearance of her dad. But I still think that a parent would be more worried about their kid gallivanting around an island where dudes are being murdered on the reg, but hey, maybe that's just me. There's also a spoilery reason, but I felt that it wasn't necessary, and mom could have been more in the picture. Minor gripe.
Bottom Line: So incredibly atmospheric with a past and present-day story, this was a haunting tale with themes of life, loss, and love.
*Copy provided for review