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The Coworker
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I won’t say turtles!
But this one did not work for me.
I don’t mind unreliable characters but I think that the author was too lazy to learn more about neurodivergent behaviour. The way she portrayed it here was poorly executed.
This would be ok if we were in the 70’s or 80’s, as not much was known about it.
Anyways… yes, this was another fast read, and I liked the structure, but the twists were not that great and the plot became silly.
Quality does not seem to be the goal.
The audiobook that I received from the library was of the worst quality, and the narrator sounded robotic. It was hard to distinguish between the two characters.
Paperback (Poison Pen Press): 368 pages
Ebook (Kindle): 349 pages (default)
Audiobook narrated by Alyson Krawchuk 8.2 hours (normal speed)
But this one did not work for me.
I don’t mind unreliable characters but I think that the author was too lazy to learn more about neurodivergent behaviour. The way she portrayed it here was poorly executed.
This would be ok if we were in the 70’s or 80’s, as not much was known about it.
Anyways… yes, this was another fast read, and I liked the structure, but the twists were not that great and the plot became silly.
Quality does not seem to be the goal.
The audiobook that I received from the library was of the worst quality, and the narrator sounded robotic. It was hard to distinguish between the two characters.
Paperback (Poison Pen Press): 368 pages
Ebook (Kindle): 349 pages (default)
Audiobook narrated by Alyson Krawchuk 8.2 hours (normal speed)
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Reading Progress
August 30, 2023
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Started Reading
August 30, 2023
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August 30, 2023
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5.0%
"Yes… I’m crazy for trying another book by this author.
But I have to admit that she is very entertaining.
It’s a brand new release and immediately available from the library."
But I have to admit that she is very entertaining.
It’s a brand new release and immediately available from the library."
August 30, 2023
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Finished Reading
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Sheila, my favourite was “Do Not Disturb”
Hope you find your next book abit better Nilton..😥
Thanks Andrea! The one I’m currently, “The Quiet Tenant”, reading is way better. Specially the writing.
Oh NO Nilton!! Bad news all around. I know your next one is far better!!!
Yes Barbara, but then anything is better than Freida.
Ha ha ... "quality does not seem to be the goal." You're not the first one to say that about her books, Nilton. :)
What a shame. Great honest review as always Nilton
I agree. Also a huge plot hole in my opinion
Ugh I had looked forward to this one. Wonderful review, Nilton!
Thanks Marialyce! It’s a fast read, no doubt about it.
I hope that you will have a great time in Italy.
My audio copy wasn't great either, great review Nilton!
In some ways this was a good book. In some ways not so much. So many twists and turns. A lot of surprises. That’s Freida. Some inaccuracies, and not well written. Kind of a mess with good ideas though. Gave it a 3.
Thanks Cathy, for sharing your opinion.
If you don’t have Libby, you should. Then you can pull up audio books and books to read. Good sound, fewer trips to the library. My daughter set it up for me with my library. I have access to my daughter’s and my sister’s libraries.
Libby is my best friend, Cathy. 🙂
You nailed it with this review. Beginning pulled me in but by mid point I almost shelved the book. Characters lacked authenticity and depth in my opinion. This could have been a 5 star with a little more effort.
I felt the robotic voice made sense given the neurodivergent character.
It didn’t feel like that. The sound was also distorted. I think that my audio edition was of poor quality. By the way, I did read the book as I listened to the audiobook.
I gave up on Freida after The Inmate 🫤 Really loved The Locked Door, The Housemaid was pretty good… another one was meh, but The Inmate too often literally had me 🤦🏼♀️
I totally understand, Megan.
Have read just about all her 📚
What was your favorite?🤔