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bibliotequeish's review
2.0
Eryn has been recently released from an institution for killing her mother when she was 9.
Trying to re-acclimate herself back into her small town Eryn finds herself in the middle of a new mystery.
Sam Aldeen has escaped from an institution for the criminally insane. And he didn't do it alone.
As good as the description sounds, nothing about this book grabbed me, nothing held my attention.
There was a mystery, there was a twist, but when it was revealed it was more of a
'oh, ok' moment and not a 'wow' moment.
There were some loose ends and I guess that is because this will be a series following Cady Maddix, a US Marshall.
I can see why this book would appeal to people, just not my cup of tea.
Trying to re-acclimate herself back into her small town Eryn finds herself in the middle of a new mystery.
Sam Aldeen has escaped from an institution for the criminally insane. And he didn't do it alone.
As good as the description sounds, nothing about this book grabbed me, nothing held my attention.
There was a mystery, there was a twist, but when it was revealed it was more of a
'oh, ok' moment and not a 'wow' moment.
There were some loose ends and I guess that is because this will be a series following Cady Maddix, a US Marshall.
I can see why this book would appeal to people, just not my cup of tea.
saimarie's review against another edition
5.0
Loved this book! Captivating and intense, I was left on the edge of my seat. I recommend it as a must-read of 2019!
yvo_about_books's review against another edition
4.5
Finished reading: November 18th 2018
"People didn't always act the way they should. Not even grown-ups. Sometimes the people who were supposed to protect you from monsters were monsters themselves."
*** A copy of this book was kindly provided to me by Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! ***
I admit I was sold as soon as I saw the cover and read the blurb. A stunning cover AND the promise of meeting a new twisted serial killer? Yes please! I have been looking forward to start Cold Dark Places and there is no doubt that the story delivered. This complex, action-packed and heart stoppingly good thriller was everything I hoped for and more... The perfect start of a new series. What I liked is that Cold Dark Places isn't just another detective thriller and instead treats us to a multiple POV story where we get to follow four different characters including the killer, two different law inforcement angles and a young woman with mental health issues. And that is not all: we also get a dose of flashbacks helping to reveal more about the past. This seems like a lot to stuff into just one thriller, but somehow Kylie Brant makes it work. A lot of this has to do with the excellent writing and a fast pace that will sweep you away until you have somehow reached the final page. The plot development and use of suspense and plot twists is also spot on: being able to create a constant atmosphere of urgency, danger and suspense. There is a lot of action involved as the hunt for the escaped killer is on, but this is not the only angle of the story. It is also about Eryn, her past and her mental issues, and we get indirect hints about Cady's past as well. It was interesting to see how the different storylines slowly connected, and Cold Dark Places definitely has some shocking surprises in store for you. If you like your thrillers fast, action-packed, disturbing and suspenseful, this new series definitely is for you. Trigger warnings are in place for sexual and child abuse, violence and graphic scenes in general.
I had a good feeling about Cold Dark Places and it turns out my instincts were right. I do love my detective thrillers, but I also love when a story is able to bring something original to the mix. Being able to get a glimpse inside of the head of both the serial killer Samuel and Eryn as well was simply fascinating. Another bonus was that both other POV characters Cady and Ryder were easy to like... The writing is spot on, the pace is superfast, the plot twists are brutal. Oh yes, this was one hell of a ride and an excellently constructed and complex one at that. I'll be looking forward to see more of Cady Maddix in the future!
thereadingbel's review against another edition
4.0
Eryn Pullman, at the age of nine, is locked up for killing her mother. She spent the last 11 years in a mental institution called Rolling Acres. Now, at the age of twenty-one, she is free. People aren't happy that she is out, and they want her locked up again.
Samuel Aldeen who is a pedophile and killer. Samuel has escaped from prison. Samuel was being kept only a few miles from where Eryn was kept.
Cady Maddix, a survivor in every way possible, is now a gritty, steely US Marshall. She is assigned to find an escapee from a hospital for the criminally insane, named Samuel Aldeen. Aldeen is the stuff of your worst nightmares, having a proclivity for both young children and cannibalism.
all roads lead to Eryn Pullman. The story is told from multiple point of views as well as different timelines from past to present. This story has some disturbing parts with children murders and a cannibalism.
This was a well written tale that grosses you out along with engaging you in compelling story line. A mystery that keeps you turning the pages.
Samuel Aldeen who is a pedophile and killer. Samuel has escaped from prison. Samuel was being kept only a few miles from where Eryn was kept.
Cady Maddix, a survivor in every way possible, is now a gritty, steely US Marshall. She is assigned to find an escapee from a hospital for the criminally insane, named Samuel Aldeen. Aldeen is the stuff of your worst nightmares, having a proclivity for both young children and cannibalism.
all roads lead to Eryn Pullman. The story is told from multiple point of views as well as different timelines from past to present. This story has some disturbing parts with children murders and a cannibalism.
This was a well written tale that grosses you out along with engaging you in compelling story line. A mystery that keeps you turning the pages.
jcmouni's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
thatgirljamie's review
5.0
This book was faced-paced, gritty, and rough. It has an escaped serial killer, a newly-released convicted who committed a murder as a child, and a US Marshal who is trying to find a link between them.
I did not want this book to end! It was so good. I haven't read a thriller like this in a long time!
I did not want this book to end! It was so good. I haven't read a thriller like this in a long time!
acrudolph's review
2.0
1.5 stars. This book was terrible. Too many [under-developed characters] weak secondary plot lines, tawdry dialogue, nonsensical connection with art, and an easily solved “mystery”. Very disjointed - had way too much going to tell a solid story.
thereadingbel's review
4.0
Eryn Pullman, at the age of nine, is locked up for killing her mother. She spent the last 11 years in a mental institution called Rolling Acres. Now, at the age of twenty-one, she is free. People aren't happy that she is out, and they want her locked up again.
Samuel Aldeen who is a pedophile and killer. Samuel has escaped from prison. Samuel was being kept only a few miles from where Eryn was kept.
Cady Maddix, a survivor in every way possible, is now a gritty, steely US Marshall. She is assigned to find an escapee from a hospital for the criminally insane, named Samuel Aldeen. Aldeen is the stuff of your worst nightmares, having a proclivity for both young children and cannibalism.
all roads lead to Eryn Pullman. The story is told from multiple point of views as well as different timelines from past to present. This story has some disturbing parts with children murders and a cannibalism.
This was a well written tale that grosses you out along with engaging you in compelling story line. A mystery that keeps you turning the pages.
Samuel Aldeen who is a pedophile and killer. Samuel has escaped from prison. Samuel was being kept only a few miles from where Eryn was kept.
Cady Maddix, a survivor in every way possible, is now a gritty, steely US Marshall. She is assigned to find an escapee from a hospital for the criminally insane, named Samuel Aldeen. Aldeen is the stuff of your worst nightmares, having a proclivity for both young children and cannibalism.
all roads lead to Eryn Pullman. The story is told from multiple point of views as well as different timelines from past to present. This story has some disturbing parts with children murders and a cannibalism.
This was a well written tale that grosses you out along with engaging you in compelling story line. A mystery that keeps you turning the pages.
aubreyskingdom's review against another edition
3.0
I won a free copy of this ebook and enjoyed reading it. It was a page turner for me and kept my interest. I just realized that this is marked as book #2 so I'm interested to see what book #2 will hold!