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A review by readaholicliv
The Nothing Man by Catherine Ryan Howard
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Reading Journal Details
Book: The Nothing Man by Catherine Ryan Howard
Format Read: Audiobook (~10 hours long)
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
Quick Take Review (TL;DR):
The Nothing Man delivers a chilling exploration of a serial killer's psyche, with realistic twists and interchanging POVs that keep the story moving. Though the first third of the book is slower, the second half is incredibly engaging, and the book-inside-a-book concept adds a brilliant layer to this captivating thriller.
Full Review:
Catherine Ryan Howard delivers an epic deep dive into the mind of a serial killer in The Nothing Man. The realistic twists and interchanging POVs keep the narrative dynamic and compelling, pulling readers into a story that feels authentic and unsettling in the best way.
While the first third of the book felt a little slow as the momentum and tension built—leaving me wishing for a slightly quicker pace—the payoff is well worth the wait. The latter half of the book is nothing short of gripping and unputdownable.
One standout element was the inception-style book-inside-a-book concept. This was a clever and seamless addition, tying the story together brilliantly and added an extra layer of depth to the overall plot. Despite the slower start, this is a gripping and well-crafted thriller that kept me hooked.
Book: The Nothing Man by Catherine Ryan Howard
Format Read: Audiobook (~10 hours long)
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
Quick Take Review (TL;DR):
The Nothing Man delivers a chilling exploration of a serial killer's psyche, with realistic twists and interchanging POVs that keep the story moving. Though the first third of the book is slower, the second half is incredibly engaging, and the book-inside-a-book concept adds a brilliant layer to this captivating thriller.
Full Review:
Catherine Ryan Howard delivers an epic deep dive into the mind of a serial killer in The Nothing Man. The realistic twists and interchanging POVs keep the narrative dynamic and compelling, pulling readers into a story that feels authentic and unsettling in the best way.
While the first third of the book felt a little slow as the momentum and tension built—leaving me wishing for a slightly quicker pace—the payoff is well worth the wait. The latter half of the book is nothing short of gripping and unputdownable.
One standout element was the inception-style book-inside-a-book concept. This was a clever and seamless addition, tying the story together brilliantly and added an extra layer of depth to the overall plot. Despite the slower start, this is a gripping and well-crafted thriller that kept me hooked.