A review by minimicropup
One by One by Ruth Ware

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful tense fast-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

5.0

Pensive, mysterious, uneasy

A music app company has rented out a chalet for their upper level managers and shareholders to discuss company logistics and future direction. 
We're following two POVs. One character worked for the music app company, and one is a staff member at the chalet. 
Set in the French Alps.

Growls, Howls, and Tail Wags πŸΊπŸ•:
  • πŸ‘ Pacing was consistent. There were action-adventure survival elements without being OTT, cheesy, "as if" or dragging on and on. 
  • πŸ‘ Possible predictable villain, but enough red herrings for doubt to form. I guessed correctly in that way where I technically guessed EVERYONE was a suspect at some point. Even when I knew who was causing chaos I wanted to keep reading to see how things play out. 

Cred Rating: Realistic/Plausible

Mood Reading Match Up:
  • Isolated setting
  • Locked door/closed circle murder mystery
  • Modern Agatha Christie retelling energy
  • Snowy winter vibes with skiing and snowboarding 
 
Content Head-Up: Sexual harassment. Blackmail. Avalanche.

Format: Paperback

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