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sophiewilliams's review against another edition
4.0
Joanne has just moved back to the town where she grew up with her 6year old son Alfie, who is struggling to fit in at school. In an effort to befriend some of the other mums, Joanne repeats a rumour she has heard, not imagining the consequences this piece of gossip will have.
This was a very impressive debut looking at the impact gossip can have. It uses a very emotional charged premise (what would you do if you found out a child killer was living in your town under a new identity?) and explores the reactions to these. Lesley Kara continues to add twists and red herrings throughout the book to keep you guessing.
I'm looking forward to seeing what she comes up with next.
Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for an ARC
This was a very impressive debut looking at the impact gossip can have. It uses a very emotional charged premise (what would you do if you found out a child killer was living in your town under a new identity?) and explores the reactions to these. Lesley Kara continues to add twists and red herrings throughout the book to keep you guessing.
I'm looking forward to seeing what she comes up with next.
Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for an ARC
sunshynet74's review against another edition
5.0
Rumor has it that a notorious killer, who committed a brutal crime as a child, has been living a new life under an assumed identity in Joanna’s seaside town. So who is the criminal hidden in their midst? Suspicion falls on everyone.
As Joanna becomes obsessed with the case, her curiosity will expose her son and his father to the supposedly reformed murderer—who may be ready to kill again. She will learn how dangerous one rumor can become . . . and just how far she must go to protect those she loves. She is going to regret the day she ever said a word.
This book was a straight thrill ride. The up and downs twist and turns just make you disappear into the pages.
As Joanna becomes obsessed with the case, her curiosity will expose her son and his father to the supposedly reformed murderer—who may be ready to kill again. She will learn how dangerous one rumor can become . . . and just how far she must go to protect those she loves. She is going to regret the day she ever said a word.
This book was a straight thrill ride. The up and downs twist and turns just make you disappear into the pages.
namita101's review against another edition
5.0
Joanna , a single mother, has moved back to small beach town Flinstead with her son Alfie for a fresh new start. Trying to fit in with the other moms she engages in a little gossip and mentions that a famous child killer is living under a new identity in town to one of her friends in her club. The rumor catches on and it spreads like wildfire and things start spiralling out of control rapidly.
The Rumor is an intriguing debut by Lesley kara. Written in short chapters with plenty of twists and turns , red herrings along the way and an unexpected ending made it a gripping addictive read
I would like to thank Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine & NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and fair review.
This and more reviews at https://chloesbooksblog.wordpress.com/
The Rumor is an intriguing debut by Lesley kara. Written in short chapters with plenty of twists and turns , red herrings along the way and an unexpected ending made it a gripping addictive read
I would like to thank Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine & NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and fair review.
This and more reviews at https://chloesbooksblog.wordpress.com/
shatton72's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
n0shelfc0ntr0l's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Rumors can take a life of its own or your life. It's a story about a child murderer, Sally Mcgowan. The rumor is that she's living right in this very small town. However, no one seems to know if she's really there or her story of how it came about that she was deem a murderer.
The story was very slow to develop even the characters were not fully developed. There was no true back story to any characters, it's just the here and now story of what they go through. However, that leaves a gap in the life of several major characters and it seems flawed. However, the ending was worth the pushing through and reading it.
Rumors can take a life of its own or your life. It's a story about a child murderer, Sally Mcgowan. The rumor is that she's living right in this very small town. However, no one seems to know if she's really there or her story of how it came about that she was deem a murderer.
The story was very slow to develop even the characters were not fully developed. There was no true back story to any characters, it's just the here and now story of what they go through. However, that leaves a gap in the life of several major characters and it seems flawed. However, the ending was worth the pushing through and reading it.
jennfischetto's review against another edition
4.0
Oh, I really enjoyed this book. This is a 4.5 star rating for me. The main character was relatable. She shared one piece of information, wanting to change the subject, and I didn't feel like she should've been blamed for other's actions. She didn't make up the rumor. She didn't add to it. She simply repeated what someone else said to her.
I enjoyed how it snowballed, and I didn't suspect the first reveal. I did the second, but at that point it was pretty obvious. I loved the ending. A little sad. A little...well, I can't say. I listened to it, and the only part that felt like it was dragging was at the end, in the attic. I wanted her to stop talking, thinking, and feeling and doooo something. :)
I enjoyed how it snowballed, and I didn't suspect the first reveal. I did the second, but at that point it was pretty obvious. I loved the ending. A little sad. A little...well, I can't say. I listened to it, and the only part that felt like it was dragging was at the end, in the attic. I wanted her to stop talking, thinking, and feeling and doooo something. :)
madiengen's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sekirkland23's review against another edition
3.0
The first half of this book is slow. I found myself not caring about the characters. Did not predict the twists or the ending though!
renee0302's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed the read. Was going to give it 3 stars but i really liked the last 3rd of the book. The ending was great!