Review by Elzz8 -- The Dark Web Murders by Brian O'Hare
Posted: 30 Apr 2020, 15:18
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Dark Web Murders" by Brian O'Hare.]
The Dark Web Murders by Brian O'Hare is yet another captivating thriller in series about inspector Sheehan and his investigation of cold-hearted murders. This book tackles a complex killing spree, executed by a psychopath who calls himself Nemein. Readers are not only gripped by the intriguing process of thought of the detectives but also presented with the killer's point of view through his gruesome, although sophisticated blogs on the dark web in which he justifies his actions.
The plot of the book was perplexing, yet not too complicated, as I was able to follow the storyline quite easily. I especially enjoyed how the whole narrative tied together in the end, leaving me satisfyingly astounded. I admit the beginning was a bit tough to read until some action developed and I got more familiar with the characters. Speaking of which, I really admired how the author disclosed the individual characters and their qualities, making me truly fall in love with some of them. However, there were a few names starting with Mc-, which made it confusing for me to differentiate the people. Hence, I appreciated the summary of the characters at the beginning of the book.
Another impressive detail was the letters of Nemein. Not only they were written in an exceptionally refined style, but they also let the reader inside of the criminal's mind and allowed them to form a different perspective. These blog posts create a contrast between the casual writing style of the whole investigation process and advanced, polished philosophical concepts about justice and vengeance of the sharp-minded killer. Furthermore, this book enlightened me on the dark web and its secrets, which was an exceptional experience.
The Dark Web Murders, however, contains a lot of graphic descriptions of the gruesome killings and disturbing stories about all sorts of sex abuse, which might be distressing to some readers. Consequently, it is not recommended for more sensitive people or younger audiences. The cruel aspect of this book is a crucial, yet sometimes discomforting element, so any potential readers have to prepare to deal with it.
Quality-wise, The Dark Web Murders was very well written and edited, making it a delight to read. The plot, as to be expected for a crime story, was fascinating and unwinded one step at a time, leaving me grasping for another clue. The mystery was kept until the very end, which is always a plus. I was really pleased with the book, despite some minor flaws mentioned before, though I don't consider them significant. Accordingly, I give this book 4 out of 4 stars, as it went beyond my expectations and seemed very professional. I recommend reading it to anyone who enjoys a comprehensive murder riddle and is not intimidated by the possible horror elements.
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The Dark Web Murders
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The Dark Web Murders by Brian O'Hare is yet another captivating thriller in series about inspector Sheehan and his investigation of cold-hearted murders. This book tackles a complex killing spree, executed by a psychopath who calls himself Nemein. Readers are not only gripped by the intriguing process of thought of the detectives but also presented with the killer's point of view through his gruesome, although sophisticated blogs on the dark web in which he justifies his actions.
The plot of the book was perplexing, yet not too complicated, as I was able to follow the storyline quite easily. I especially enjoyed how the whole narrative tied together in the end, leaving me satisfyingly astounded. I admit the beginning was a bit tough to read until some action developed and I got more familiar with the characters. Speaking of which, I really admired how the author disclosed the individual characters and their qualities, making me truly fall in love with some of them. However, there were a few names starting with Mc-, which made it confusing for me to differentiate the people. Hence, I appreciated the summary of the characters at the beginning of the book.
Another impressive detail was the letters of Nemein. Not only they were written in an exceptionally refined style, but they also let the reader inside of the criminal's mind and allowed them to form a different perspective. These blog posts create a contrast between the casual writing style of the whole investigation process and advanced, polished philosophical concepts about justice and vengeance of the sharp-minded killer. Furthermore, this book enlightened me on the dark web and its secrets, which was an exceptional experience.
The Dark Web Murders, however, contains a lot of graphic descriptions of the gruesome killings and disturbing stories about all sorts of sex abuse, which might be distressing to some readers. Consequently, it is not recommended for more sensitive people or younger audiences. The cruel aspect of this book is a crucial, yet sometimes discomforting element, so any potential readers have to prepare to deal with it.
Quality-wise, The Dark Web Murders was very well written and edited, making it a delight to read. The plot, as to be expected for a crime story, was fascinating and unwinded one step at a time, leaving me grasping for another clue. The mystery was kept until the very end, which is always a plus. I was really pleased with the book, despite some minor flaws mentioned before, though I don't consider them significant. Accordingly, I give this book 4 out of 4 stars, as it went beyond my expectations and seemed very professional. I recommend reading it to anyone who enjoys a comprehensive murder riddle and is not intimidated by the possible horror elements.
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The Dark Web Murders
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon