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Themes of secrets, betrayal & trust in a way that feels painstakingly real!
«Dead Girls Don’t Talk» by Sandra J. Paul had me hooked from the start. First & foremost, I found the pacing perfectly balanced, keeping me engaged throughout. It was so compelling & I never felt bored or disconnected from the plot, making me anxious to finish this as soon as possible.
The book explores themes of secrets, betrayal & trust in a way that feels painstakingly real. It shows how, in daily life, we often think we know everything about the people around us, but the truth is that there are always things hidden in plain sight. At some point, you will have to accept that you may never know the full truth - & people may not always be as honest as you think.
I found myself relating & emotionally connected to all characters, but especially to Syl. While some readers might have a different opinion about her, I actually sympathized with her. Despite the shocking reveal at the end of the story, I could understood her way of thinking - which ultimately led to her rather questionable actions.
The relationships between the characters drove the story’s development. There are some unexpected twists I didn’t see coming at all. What I appreciated was that not all the relationships were fully revealed until the last part of the book, which blindsided me completely. By the end, everything fell into place & it all made sense in the context of the characters’ complex interactions.
The setting of the story - Harbour Hill, or as the residents call it, Love Hill - was the perfect setting for this twisted tale. It’s a small, tight-knit, conservative & religious town where rumor travels fast & everyone knows each other’s business. The setting adds a layer of tension & emotional depth, making it seem like time stood still here, as many characters are not free to live their most authentic life in terms of their sexuality.
After finishing the book, I was a little bit in shock, mainly because of the actions of Syl & Lila. I didn’t expect them to be the deceive ones & fool Viola, which made me feel rather conflicted. While the ending seemed to portray Viola as a saint & Syl as the one in the wrong, it didn’t sit entirely right with me & left me with a lot of mixed emotions.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a mystery involving death & deceit. The dual POV format is an added bonus & the flipover edition, uncovering the truth in the center of the book, makes it an even more thrilling read.
The book explores themes of secrets, betrayal & trust in a way that feels painstakingly real. It shows how, in daily life, we often think we know everything about the people around us, but the truth is that there are always things hidden in plain sight. At some point, you will have to accept that you may never know the full truth - & people may not always be as honest as you think.
I found myself relating & emotionally connected to all characters, but especially to Syl. While some readers might have a different opinion about her, I actually sympathized with her. Despite the shocking reveal at the end of the story, I could understood her way of thinking - which ultimately led to her rather questionable actions.
The relationships between the characters drove the story’s development. There are some unexpected twists I didn’t see coming at all. What I appreciated was that not all the relationships were fully revealed until the last part of the book, which blindsided me completely. By the end, everything fell into place & it all made sense in the context of the characters’ complex interactions.
The setting of the story - Harbour Hill, or as the residents call it, Love Hill - was the perfect setting for this twisted tale. It’s a small, tight-knit, conservative & religious town where rumor travels fast & everyone knows each other’s business. The setting adds a layer of tension & emotional depth, making it seem like time stood still here, as many characters are not free to live their most authentic life in terms of their sexuality.
After finishing the book, I was a little bit in shock, mainly because of the actions of Syl & Lila. I didn’t expect them to be the deceive ones & fool Viola, which made me feel rather conflicted. While the ending seemed to portray Viola as a saint & Syl as the one in the wrong, it didn’t sit entirely right with me & left me with a lot of mixed emotions.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a mystery involving death & deceit. The dual POV format is an added bonus & the flipover edition, uncovering the truth in the center of the book, makes it an even more thrilling read.
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