Adam SP

I really struggled with this book.

The concept and underlying story is so important, and so appropriate to the times we are encountering with the rot of neo-nazi's and other scum, but the writing style was just not for me.

The last 80 or so pages took this from a 1-star to a 2, but I'm afraid that John's style is just not my cup of tea.

This is a hard one.

Caroline Kepnes is a damned talented author. The writing style, the descriptions, the story telling, it's all top notch.

But this protagonist is the absolute worst! I hate him with every fibre of my being. And I think that's the point? But I hate him so much, that it ruined the book for me.

It's why it's been in my "currently reading" for so long; I couldn't read too much at once, as I was getting too angry.

My 2 star rating is based on my individual enjoyment; it's not reflective of Caroline's artistry. Caroline knows how to write, and I'm so impressed that she was able to write Joe in such a way that *he* - not the idea of him, but he himself - got so under my skin.

I can see why so many people *do* enjoy this book, but it's not for me.

Brilliant. Fantastic story, stunning ending. Just brilliant.

Like the deluxe volume 1, this is just sensational.

The characters, the details, the sheer speed in which the story progresses, is just phenomenal.

Cant wait to read the third and final!