Tommy Gunn

Review of Friday Night Thriller

It is not my preferred genre personally, but if you are a fan of the erotica genre, you will most likely enjoy this book. The author executes the build up and tension very well, and most importantly for me, she treats all three characters with respect without overly objectifying them. They feel like real people with distinctive personalities which is important for this genre to work. The writing is solid and straight to the point. The author is excellent at descriptive writing which is also a must for these kinds of books. I would recommend this to anyone who is a fan of the erotica genre.

Excellent backstory

This book is a story about a young woman with a troubled past. A tragic event has seemingly caused her own parents to turn against her and her brother, treating them less like their children and more like unwanted chores. The author has done a very good job of portraying a disfunctional family in a realistic light. I am very curious to find out how things got as bad as they did, and I have a feeling the more of Anna's backstory is revealed, the more insight we will get into this. There were some grammatical issues, and some of the sentences could be phrased more concisely and formatted better. However, these are issues that can be resolved through the editing process. The core concept of this story is very good, and the narrative is plain spoken and relatable. You have a lot of potential, so keep it up!

Well written

Even though the werewolf genre is not my cup of tea personally, there is a lot to admire in the way this book is written. The author's use of description and imagery is very impressive, and I actually forgot that she wasn't a native English speaker/writer. This novel is honestly one of the smoothest I've ever read in terms of grammar and language. It flows very well. There are a lot of elements at play here: romance, status, power, political alliances, and of course, deadly secrets. The author does a very good job of creating tension between the characters and building suspense. In the pack of imitators, this stands out for the attention to detail by the author. You'll love this book if you love Twilight or werewolf romance fiction in general.

Chilling

I should preface this by saying that horror is not a genre I am usually into (whether it be books or films), and this is only the second horror story I have read on this site. With that said, I also have to say that the author's writing is amazing. They've really captured the essence of the genre with their chilling, suspenseful, and gruesomely detailed magery. In my mind I can just picture that baby crawling towards me at an inhuman speed, mouth opening to take a chunk out of me while I desperately try to escape. It's enough to give one nightmares, or at least think twice next time you see a seemingly adorable baby. The author has even managed to invoke claustrophobic feelings by having them inside a sewage pipe, which adds another layer of anxiety that is sure to keep your heart rate up. This book really has it all. And the writing, as I mentioned, is clever and well thought out, not relying on any cheap gimmicks. If you love horror, you will love this book.

Has potential

There are some typos and grammar issues, but for the most part I could tell what you were trying to say, and some editing could easily correct that. I love your writing style and the setting of this story. Your imagery really brought the scenes to life. and I'm intrigued by the love story and how the characters will develop. So far, it's a good start considering there are only two chapters. I'm interested to see what happens next!

Amazing writing

The plot of this book may fall into a well-worn niche (college student x professor) but you managed to make it your own. I love your writing style. The way you describe your characters and imagery is very professional. I found myself immersed in the hectic world of Jen's college life. Even little details like the emails show the increase in tension between the characters. I'm looking forward to reading more and seeing where you go with this :)

Unique

I wasn't sure exactly what kind of book Ness was going to be at first, and after reading every chapter you've uploaded so far, I still don't know if I can pin it down. That isn't a bad thing. This is definitely one of the most unique stories I have ever read. You clearly put a lot of thought and detail into the character of Ness, her state of mind, her appearance, her mannerisms, her emotions. You have really brought her to life in a wonderful way. The plot thus far almost resembles a superhero orgin story, but it is presented in such a unique and clever way that it doesn't feel like a knock-off. The way Ness obtains her abilities is very interesting and not like any other story of this type that I've encountered. The imagery is fantastic, and don't even get me started on the talking snake haha. Ness is not the kind of book I would normally read but your writing style and descriptions drew me in and kept me interested. I'm intrigued to see how she will deal with the harsh reality of facing the world with her new appearance and abilities. I'll definitely continue to read, so keep it up!

Pretty good start

The book reads like a slice of life drama, and I like the way the author was able to give the characters unique personalities, which many writers struggle to do in this kind of story. The use of cliffhangers keeps the reader curious about what will happen next, and the dialogue is realistic for what one would expect of a college drama. It's too early to say on plot and character development (as of now, the characters seem a bit black-and-white, but that's normal as typically complexity is introduced later so this isn't really a criticism yet), but just going off what has been written so far, I like where its going and I hope the author keeps it up.

Underrated

I assume this story is ongoing because it doesn't say otherwise, but even as a one-shot, it works perfectly because in one chapter, we see everything from a woman grieving the loss of her partner to trying to comfort her daughter, Sara, as they try to figure out where to go from here. If it is an ongoing story, I definitely look forward to the updates to see where this story goes. It certainly is not going to be easy for them to put the past behind, but they are resilient, and they are determined to keep his spirit alive. This chapter mostly plays on very dark, depressing emotions of grief, loss, and despair, but there is also a sense of hope. The characters are portrayed realistically, especially little Sara's views on her father's absence, and their interactions will absolutely break your heart and (hopefully) put it back together again. The descriptive writing of the emotions being felt is top notch, I really felt immersed from the first sentence. I recommend this to anyone, the writing will touch your soul.

Good start

This book introduces a cast of characters called the Payne family who, despite their idyllic appearances, have dark secrets in their past which may have come back to haunt them when Mr. and Mrs. Payne wind up dead. It is a tale of drugs, corruption, murder, and the quest of the deceased parents' five children for the truth. The author does a good job of bringing their characters to life by giving them distinct personalities and backgrounds. The writing is a realistic portrayal of a dysnfuctional family. While the actual detective work has yet to begin at the time I am writing this, I can say that this story has potential and I hope the author will continue.