Helpful Score: 2
plot:I thought that the plot of this book was interesting. At times, it was predictable, but it also kept me guessing.
characters:At first, I thought the main character seemed unrealistically naive, especially for her age of 17. However, it was slightly necessary for the story line.
themes:The biggest theme in the story was that there is good and evil in everyone. It was well presented and executed throughout the book.
emotion:I didn't think that there was an emotional depth to the story. I didn't feel connected to the characters or their situations while I was reading.
overall:I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and exciting. I looked forward to continuing the story when I would take a break.
---I received this book for free from the publisher for this review.---
characters:At first, I thought the main character seemed unrealistically naive, especially for her age of 17. However, it was slightly necessary for the story line.
themes:The biggest theme in the story was that there is good and evil in everyone. It was well presented and executed throughout the book.
emotion:I didn't think that there was an emotional depth to the story. I didn't feel connected to the characters or their situations while I was reading.
overall:I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and exciting. I looked forward to continuing the story when I would take a break.
---I received this book for free from the publisher for this review.---
Helpful Score: 1
If you have not read Ann Tatlock, do not start with this book. I am so glad I borrowed from the library and didn't waste a credit. I thought the main character and her father were self-righteous and only showed glimmers of being likeable. The dilemma is selling alcohol during prohibition and whether breaking the law is okay for any reason. The main character sees life in black and white, with only moments of humanity.
I finished the book, set it down and went back for it 30 min. later, as I had forgotten that I had finished the book...not a good sign for the depth of the story or caring how it ends. I stuck with it because Tatlock is normally so much better.
I finished the book, set it down and went back for it 30 min. later, as I had forgotten that I had finished the book...not a good sign for the depth of the story or caring how it ends. I stuck with it because Tatlock is normally so much better.
