Eva Aviana Otilie
So this is a childhood reread for me. Thought this could be an Infian read as it takes place in Agra. Turns out that it is a norwigian book so gor my private read the world it checks off Norway.
This is a lovley refead with lots og thought provoking scenes. A little too simple in writing style but still too many good memories to bump it down
The story begins with the gruesome murder of an eleven-year-old boy in the small town of Flint City. All evidence, including eyewitness testimonies and forensic data, points to Terry Maitland, a beloved Little League coach. Detective Ralph Anderson arrests Terry in a highly public manner, convinced of his guilt. However, as the investigation progresses, it becomes clear that Terry has a solid alibi: he was out of town at a writers' conference during the time of the murder.
As the seemingly airtight case against Terry unravels, Detective Anderson and his team uncover a series of bizarre and inexplicable events. The evidence starts pointing towards a supernatural entity, an “outsider” capable of taking on the appearance of others and committing heinous crimes. This revelation forces Anderson to confront his own beliefs and understanding of reality.
Stephen King excels in creating deep, multi-dimensional characters. Ralph Anderson is a dedicated detective whose world is shaken by the case, challenging his rational mind. Terry Maitland is portrayed as a sympathetic character, a man whose life is shattered by false accusations. Holly Gibney, a recurring character from King's Bill Hodges Trilogy, plays a crucial role in the investigation with her unique insights and determination.
“The Outsider” explores several profound themes. It examines the nature of evil, suggesting that it can lurk in the most unexpected places. The novel also delves into the impact of false accusations on individuals and communities, highlighting the fragility of reputation and trust. Additionally, King touches on the conflict between rationality and the supernatural, challenging characters and readers alike to reconsider their beliefs.
King's writing in “The Outsider” is taut and gripping. His ability to build suspense is evident from the very first chapter, drawing readers into a complex web of mystery and fear. The dialogue is realistic, and the detailed descriptions create vivid images that enhance the overall sense of dread. King's characteristic wit and deep understanding of human nature shine through, making the characters' reactions and interactions believable and engaging.
This book continues the vibrant and twisted saga of the Locked Tomb series with dark humor, and intricate world-building. We meet Nona, a caracther that has a somewhat innusent.
Plot and Pacing:The book balances suspense and mystery, slowly revealing Nona's significance within the grander narrative of the series. Something the author is a expert of doing. The plot is with layers that peel back to expose surprising connections and revelations. Muir writes in a way that leaves us being abel to follow the suspense. But also do not reveal more than we need. So we are surpised by plottwists still. I mean the ending. With Alecto and Harrow finnaly returning to their correct bodies was not done how I were to expect
Character Development: Her naivety and childlike wonder are juxtaposed with the grim reality of her world, making her a complex character. The supporting cast has the same level of depth and personality. The interaction between characters is sharp and often tinged with dark humor which I am all here for.
World-Building: Muir's world-building in “Nona the Ninth” is as immersive as ever. The blend of necromancy, sci-fi elements, and gothic aesthetics creates a setting that is both haunting and fascinating. The book goes more in depth of the Nine Houses, making the already complex (and confusing) universe.
Writing Style: She has a knack for blending the macabre with the mundane, crafting sentences that are both beautiful and unsettling. The dialogue is punchy and often laced with dark humor.
Now, this book is honestly still great. I love their writing styles and just how intrested I am in this book. Yes, I am confused often. But I have learned ever since Gidion to actually really enjoy this confusion. I would say tho. I dont think I would wana ever start in the middel of this series (some series yu can do that with).
I really enjoyed the ending and still cant wait for the next book. So pls let it come now soon.
I need to know what will happen now that their souls are returned.
Now, where to even start. The book is amazing in its thorough exploration of global power dynamics, blending scholarly insights with accessible writing. Like I be actually not confused. It offers valuable perspectives on geopolitics and international relations, encouraging to critically consider the complexities of the modern world. However, there is some points were I was needy for deeper analysis. Overall, it's a highly recommended read for its informative content and thought-provoking approach. Like there is some point where I feel the book just is maybe not good enough with controverial subjevts and may feel a tiinie bit biased. So that is a bummer for me honestly.
cause I honestly enjoy the series so muvh and I woudl recomend it. Just sucks that it may not always be great at handling the controversies
I am not too sure about this book if I am being honest. Like I cant really say what I liked or even disliked about it.
It was supose to be really good. So I feel somewhat let down by it all if I am totally honest.
I like the fact that it involves book so much tho. And it isnt all scary scary vrime but also i just dont know. I dont know what I think
I started reading this book mostly as I saw it on a botm rec awhile ago. And I did not regret that choise at all. I really did enjoy this book.
The scope of the story ended up being far larger than I first belived after knowing what it is about. I enjoyed the unpredictability of events as they unfolded and how far flung the ripples of events in Coopers Chase were felt!
The caracthers, that may just generally be my favorite thing about this entire story. I just generally enjoy how the caracthers were written. They had personality and felt like they could somehow be relateble for me. Like just Elizabeth is just noisy and michief and just funny. Joyce is the quiet one in the group, Ron and Ibrahim are also polar opposites of each other. Ron isn't afraid to mosey in, or brag about his son. Ibrahim, on the other hand, is a very quiet and unassuming, but intelligent man. I mean they all make no sence together yet work. Kinda with me in life. I work some and somehow all?
I found the story very moving and real in a way I wasn't quite ready for. I wasn't sure if it was historical fiction or written by someone who had been there and the more I read, the more certain I was that Remarque had experienced this himself (he had). The first half seemed to bounch back and forth between the front line and the break the soldiers got between their turns at the front. The stark differences between the two were very well done and showed how brutal conditions were for those fighting. I thought Remarque wrote beautifully about the feelings Paul and his comrades had while fighting and I found it all very moving.
I am hontesly finding this hard to word myself. Maybe motsly as this book is not super engraving so I bearly rember wht I even read anymore. It was a god and pleasent quick read. But also it was super easy to forget for me.
I started reading this, having no expectations what so ever. I had seen it a few times on tiktok and thought that since somone here wanted to read it I might aswell join.
I am not sure if that was a great idea or not to be honest, like it was a quick and nice mental break from this all. But I am not sure if I will ever think about it later.
I guess we can say that the story was kinda... wealth-porn, yes a great word that I just made up. What I mean is that there is obviously wealth in this book. A lot of it, and it does make the entire mystery element alot better. I am generally not a fan of mystery books, but the wealth part made it feel like it was way more beareble.
The book generally went realy fast and like I agreed to somone earlier, I was spoonfed everything. I am also not a fan of being spoonfed, I like to be abel to make my own conclutions and such. So that did bring this whole book down for me.
On the other hand it was a nice break to not need to think, so I am really unsure what to even rate this book. I am torn when desideding what to rate this and what I really think of it. But I have landed and it has to be a 2.75/5
