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A review by readaholicliv
The Honeymoon by Shalini Boland
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Reading Journal Details
Book: The Honeymoon by Shalini Boland
Format Read: Audiobook (~7 hours, 15 minutes long)
My Rating: ⭐️✨ (1.5/5)
Quick Take Review (TL;DR)
The Honeymoon sets up an intriguing dual-timeline mystery with a missing man and a grieving newlywed wife, but an illogical twist and inconsistent character insights quickly undermine the story.
Full Review
At first, the dual timelines and straightforward plot—a missing man, a grieving newlywed wife, and a thorough investigation—seemed like the perfect recipe for a compelling story. Unfortunately, a twist at the end not only made no sense but also unraveled the narrative, which was already burdened by strong inconsistencies in the main character's inner monologue and a middle section that felt stale and repetitive. The rushed climax left much to be desired, ultimately derailing what could have been a promising thriller
Book: The Honeymoon by Shalini Boland
Format Read: Audiobook (~7 hours, 15 minutes long)
My Rating: ⭐️✨ (1.5/5)
Quick Take Review (TL;DR)
The Honeymoon sets up an intriguing dual-timeline mystery with a missing man and a grieving newlywed wife, but an illogical twist and inconsistent character insights quickly undermine the story.
Full Review
At first, the dual timelines and straightforward plot—a missing man, a grieving newlywed wife, and a thorough investigation—seemed like the perfect recipe for a compelling story. Unfortunately, a twist at the end not only made no sense but also unraveled the narrative, which was already burdened by strong inconsistencies in the main character's inner monologue and a middle section that felt stale and repetitive. The rushed climax left much to be desired, ultimately derailing what could have been a promising thriller