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Glad that we share the same thoughts! Thanks for reading my reviewCristina-Ioana Toader wrote: ↑17 Mar 2024, 01:44 Fantastic review; I've also read this book. The author's concept truly captivated me; Jake's extraordinary talent seems to be both a blessing and a burden. Additionally, I share your sentiments regarding the excessive profanity throughout the book.

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Try this book and do share your thoughts!Tomy Chandrafrost wrote: ↑06 May 2024, 00:42 Paranormal thriller eh? I think this will be an interesting book to read. Somehow, reading your review make me eager to choose this book to be reviewed. Thanks for writing this insightful review

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Yes. I was very much intrigued by the blurb but was disappointed in the book.Harshitha Nayak wrote: ↑28 May 2024, 13:24 I was so intrigued by reading your 1st paragraph of the book and what a different concept but suddenly again by your review, it concluded that it lost it's plotline. It feels sad when good story loose it's essence at middle.

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Yes. The plot could have been developed way better.OMKAR AHIRRAO wrote: ↑21 Jun 2024, 05:13 From your review, it's clear that the book starts strong with an engaging plot and a straightforward writing style that draws readers in. However, you found the story became repetitive and lost some of its initial appeal as it progressed. Issues like the use of profanity, drug references, and the introduction of numerous characters detracted from the main plot for you. The characters, while individually interesting, sometimes seemed to overshadow the central storyline about Jake's newfound power.

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So it's Death Note the book huh... what will Jake do with his newfound lethal power? The premise already has me hooked.Priya Murugesan wrote: ↑14 Feb 2024, 03:48 [Following is a volunteer review of "Just Die" by E Alan Fleischauer.]
Just Die by E Alan Fleischauer
This is a Paranormal Thriller with a very intriguing plot. The unique blurb captivated me and I started reading the book immediately.
The story is about Jake Silver, a financial planner, who acquires paranormal power after suffering a stroke. It is not an usual paranormality like seeing ghosts or moving things with vision but a monstrous devastating ability. He can take away a life, just like that, by pointing his finger and whispering "Just die". He was suspicious at first when he accidentally killed a moaning patient and a foul-mouthed biker. But then he confirms his unearthly potential by putting away a rabid racoon using his finger and words. What he does with this miraculous power is the rest of the story.
The author starts the story with a bang. The concept of this unusual power is eccentric. The writing style is simple and easy to follow. I got engrossed in the story easily. But after a few chapters, it started to get repetitive and boring. Firstly, I didn't like the fact that Jake Silver's mother had taught him to whisper "Just die" instead of doing the offensive gesture. There are many other ways to control rage. This is not what a mother should be teaching her child.
Also, I encountered many profane words which might put off readers like me. It also has a fair mention of drugs usage which is not my interest. As the story progressed, many characters were introduced which obfuscated me. But the portrayal of the characters is fascinating. Each and every character like DC and Beth Ann have their own story. Yet sometimes, this overloaded the novel and deviated the story from main plot. After some point, Omar's fandom becomes irritating. I felt that the characters didn't realize the value of life and they were just playing with a dangerous power.
The editing was very good and professional. I didn't find any mistakes.
I kept on reading the book expecting a good ending. But I was flabbergasted by the way the author ended the book abruptly. It left me pondering if there will be a sequel to it.
It's my view that a little more work on the plot would have done wonders to this book.
My rating for this book is 3 out of 5.
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Try this book and share your review, Michael!Chi Chiu Michael Mak wrote: ↑09 Jun 2025, 11:20So it's Death Note the book huh... what will Jake do with his newfound lethal power? The premise already has me hooked.Priya Murugesan wrote: ↑14 Feb 2024, 03:48 [Following is a volunteer review of "Just Die" by E Alan Fleischauer.]
Just Die by E Alan Fleischauer
This is a Paranormal Thriller with a very intriguing plot. The unique blurb captivated me and I started reading the book immediately.
The story is about Jake Silver, a financial planner, who acquires paranormal power after suffering a stroke. It is not an usual paranormality like seeing ghosts or moving things with vision but a monstrous devastating ability. He can take away a life, just like that, by pointing his finger and whispering "Just die". He was suspicious at first when he accidentally killed a moaning patient and a foul-mouthed biker. But then he confirms his unearthly potential by putting away a rabid racoon using his finger and words. What he does with this miraculous power is the rest of the story.
The author starts the story with a bang. The concept of this unusual power is eccentric. The writing style is simple and easy to follow. I got engrossed in the story easily. But after a few chapters, it started to get repetitive and boring. Firstly, I didn't like the fact that Jake Silver's mother had taught him to whisper "Just die" instead of doing the offensive gesture. There are many other ways to control rage. This is not what a mother should be teaching her child.
Also, I encountered many profane words which might put off readers like me. It also has a fair mention of drugs usage which is not my interest. As the story progressed, many characters were introduced which obfuscated me. But the portrayal of the characters is fascinating. Each and every character like DC and Beth Ann have their own story. Yet sometimes, this overloaded the novel and deviated the story from main plot. After some point, Omar's fandom becomes irritating. I felt that the characters didn't realize the value of life and they were just playing with a dangerous power.
The editing was very good and professional. I didn't find any mistakes.
I kept on reading the book expecting a good ending. But I was flabbergasted by the way the author ended the book abruptly. It left me pondering if there will be a sequel to it.
It's my view that a little more work on the plot would have done wonders to this book.
My rating for this book is 3 out of 5.
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