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randimarie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
lenamackey's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
this book gripped me in on the very first page and had me on the edge of my seat!!
i knew grant was lying about something but when i got to the end i was not expecting the outcome.
becca is completely insufferable in my opinion, i could not stand her chapters.
and i also felt that becca and june were having a “my trauma is more important than you’re trauma” when literally everyone was grieving what had happened to them individually.
this suspenseful thriller is definitely worth the read!!!!!!
i knew grant was lying about something but when i got to the end i was not expecting the outcome.
becca is completely insufferable in my opinion, i could not stand her chapters.
and i also felt that becca and june were having a “my trauma is more important than you’re trauma” when literally everyone was grieving what had happened to them individually.
this suspenseful thriller is definitely worth the read!!!!!!
abbeyderkatz's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
maggieparedesauthor's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bookspokenly's review against another edition
2.0
I really wanted to like this book. The premise was right up my alley, and I went into the book with really high hopes. Unfortunately, this was just not the book for me.
I felt like over 90% of the book was reading about the lives of very unlikeable characters without anything actually happening. Even the flashbacks to the past felt like not much was happening that moved the story along.
I stuck with this book because there were enough good reviews promising a really good twist. I will admit that the twist was really good, but by the time that it finally came, I was so bored with the book I didn’t particularly care.
I am not a huge fan of a slow burn thriller, but I do sometimes love them if the story gets going by the 50% mark. I didn’t feel like the story here every really got going. This just really was not the book for me, but if you love a really slow burn with a huge twist, this could be the book for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for a copy of this book. I leave this review voluntarily.
I felt like over 90% of the book was reading about the lives of very unlikeable characters without anything actually happening. Even the flashbacks to the past felt like not much was happening that moved the story along.
I stuck with this book because there were enough good reviews promising a really good twist. I will admit that the twist was really good, but by the time that it finally came, I was so bored with the book I didn’t particularly care.
I am not a huge fan of a slow burn thriller, but I do sometimes love them if the story gets going by the 50% mark. I didn’t feel like the story here every really got going. This just really was not the book for me, but if you love a really slow burn with a huge twist, this could be the book for you.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for a copy of this book. I leave this review voluntarily.
randina's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.75
brassbooks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
1.5
dedicated_reader's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Liked ✅
- June’s transformation
- Character personalities
- The twist was a shock
Didn't Like ❌
- Slow
- Difficult to stay involved
- A LOT of time jumping
Thoughts 💭
The blurb on Twenty-Seven Minutes raised my hopes massively for this book. I wouldn't say it was a total let down, but it definitely didn't wow me.
I really liked how much depth the characters had. It was enjoyable following the gradual breakdowns of characters as the truth came out. June’s transformation was the best aspect of this book, but I still felt like it could have had so much more omf to it. I found the book on the slower side and difficult to stay involved in. Jumping back into the past is something that happens every chapter, whether that be following the main characters back in time or experiencing short time frames from secondary characters. It felt like a lot of extra points of view.
I'm not sure if my inability to follow along and stay engrossed in the story was the reason I was blindsided by the twist at the end, or I was just completely not paying attention to the foreshadowing throughout. But regardless it felt like the big reveal fell flat and the following events didn't have what it took for me to feel like the book ended well.
- June’s transformation
- Character personalities
- The twist was a shock
Didn't Like ❌
- Slow
- Difficult to stay involved
- A LOT of time jumping
Thoughts 💭
The blurb on Twenty-Seven Minutes raised my hopes massively for this book. I wouldn't say it was a total let down, but it definitely didn't wow me.
I really liked how much depth the characters had. It was enjoyable following the gradual breakdowns of characters as the truth came out. June’s transformation was the best aspect of this book, but I still felt like it could have had so much more omf to it. I found the book on the slower side and difficult to stay involved in. Jumping back into the past is something that happens every chapter, whether that be following the main characters back in time or experiencing short time frames from secondary characters. It felt like a lot of extra points of view.
I'm not sure if my inability to follow along and stay engrossed in the story was the reason I was blindsided by the twist at the end, or I was just completely not paying attention to the foreshadowing throughout. But regardless it felt like the big reveal fell flat and the following events didn't have what it took for me to feel like the book ended well.
booksbykai09's review against another edition
4.0
Did I cry while reading this? Yes. Am I ashamed of it? Not really. This book is heartbreaking and nerve wracking at the same time. What I thought was a mystery thriller turned out to be so much more. What really happened on that bridge 10 years ago? How did Phoebe Dean die and where is Wyatt Delroy now? This story is a family drama and suspense novel with bits of overall despair sprinkled in.
I recommend this to anyone looking for a head scratcher that will have you questioning everyone. I love a good book with a great unreliable narrator so if you’re looking for the narrators to have their wits about them, I suggest you stay away from this one because you can’t trust anyone.
I recommend this to anyone looking for a head scratcher that will have you questioning everyone. I love a good book with a great unreliable narrator so if you’re looking for the narrators to have their wits about them, I suggest you stay away from this one because you can’t trust anyone.
the_sassy_bookworm's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
Book Review: Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
As I delved into Ashley Tate's novel, Twenty-Seven Minutes, I was immediately drawn to the intriguing mystery surrounding Phoebe Dean's untimely death and the secrets that unfolded in the small town of West Wilmer. The cover art of the book is captivating and sets the tone for a suspenseful read that promises to unravel dark truths and hidden motivations.
The story revolves around the aftermath of a tragic car accident that claimed Phoebe's life, raising questions about her brother Grant's delayed call for help and the lingering mystery surrounding that fateful night. Tate skillfully weaves a narrative filled with grief, ambition, and secrets, all set against the backdrop of a town haunted by a past tragedy.
While the writing in Twenty-Seven Minutes is engaging and easy to follow, I found myself somewhat underwhelmed by the predictability of the plot. Despite the multiple points of view that offer insight into the characters' lives and emotions, the storyline felt lacking in surprises and twists that would have elevated the reading experience.
However, one aspect that stood out in the book was the well-developed characters, each with their own distinct personalities and motives. Tate excels in portraying the complexities of human nature, making the interactions between the caretaker, secret girlfriend, missing bad boy, and former football star both compelling and realistic.
In conclusion, Twenty-Seven Minutes is a decent debut novel that showcases Ashley Tate's talent for crafting relatable characters and exploring themes of grief and hidden truths. While the plot may fall short in terms of originality and suspense, the strength of the character development makes this book worth a read for fans of contemporary literary suspense.
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
As I delved into Ashley Tate's novel, Twenty-Seven Minutes, I was immediately drawn to the intriguing mystery surrounding Phoebe Dean's untimely death and the secrets that unfolded in the small town of West Wilmer. The cover art of the book is captivating and sets the tone for a suspenseful read that promises to unravel dark truths and hidden motivations.
The story revolves around the aftermath of a tragic car accident that claimed Phoebe's life, raising questions about her brother Grant's delayed call for help and the lingering mystery surrounding that fateful night. Tate skillfully weaves a narrative filled with grief, ambition, and secrets, all set against the backdrop of a town haunted by a past tragedy.
While the writing in Twenty-Seven Minutes is engaging and easy to follow, I found myself somewhat underwhelmed by the predictability of the plot. Despite the multiple points of view that offer insight into the characters' lives and emotions, the storyline felt lacking in surprises and twists that would have elevated the reading experience.
However, one aspect that stood out in the book was the well-developed characters, each with their own distinct personalities and motives. Tate excels in portraying the complexities of human nature, making the interactions between the caretaker, secret girlfriend, missing bad boy, and former football star both compelling and realistic.
In conclusion, Twenty-Seven Minutes is a decent debut novel that showcases Ashley Tate's talent for crafting relatable characters and exploring themes of grief and hidden truths. While the plot may fall short in terms of originality and suspense, the strength of the character development makes this book worth a read for fans of contemporary literary suspense.
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️