Review of Bluebirds Don't Cry
Posted: 19 Apr 2022, 17:08
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Bluebirds Don't Cry" by Shannon Sheets.]
Bluebirds Don't Cry by Shannon Sheets is an intriguing book that has several positive aspects. First, Shannon took her readers to the highest mountain of suspense. Starting with the name chosen for the book, a reader will be intrigued to discover what the author intends to portray. Also, throughout the book, I was hooked on wanting to find out what Nick and Jamie had up their sleeves. It even became worse when I started feeling for Melissa and Maggie, knowing that their worst enemy was their most trusted friend.
Also, the characters were well developed. Shannon had done a good job in creating characters that are more human. For instance, she brought out flaws in some of her major characters and did not create a perfect character. Melissa is portrayed to be a human that is easily flared up by opinions that do not align with hers.
This book centers around a working-class lady, Melissa Wellington, whose view of life changes after she starts volunteering for a shelter home. She strumbled upon one of America's biggest secrets when she developed compassion and love for Maggie, who she had at first referred to as “Phantom Gray.” While everyone is made to believe that Maggie's story is concocted, Melissa thinks otherwise and starts to dig up the story, which costs her her romantic relationship with Marco and even her friendship with Jamie.
Meanwhile, Nick Culvert, a secret agent of the Central Intelligence Agency, has been transferred to Hawaii to keep a close eye on Maggie and Melissa. Eventually, he realizes that he also has been used to cover up one of America's biggest secrets. In wanting to help Melissa and Maggie, he puts them, his wife, his daughter, and even himself in death's way. The death trap seems unavoidable since an agent of the enemy they are hiding from is acting as their most trusted and reliable friend. Will they be able to come out alive and unscathed since their enemies are at the helms of affairs in the country?
There are two negative aspects that I was able to identify in the book. First, the book did not give me the "happy forever after" ending I was expecting for some characters. Understandably, Shannon had wanted the readers to fill the gaps or even to live in wonder as to whether Marco will later win back the trust of Melissa. But then, I feel that their reunion should be a compensation for all the troubles their relationship underwent.
Also, the ending that involves the trial of Maggie and Jaime seemed poorly developed. The standard of proof required in criminal proceedings is universally proof beyond a reasonable doubt. So, I think the author would have been able to show in detail how this burden was discharged concerning the case of Jaime and the ruling as regards Maggie. The author could have done extensive research on criminal trials and found a way of including a detailed story on the trial.
I found minimal errors in the book. This shows that the book was well edited. Considering the positive aspects of the book and also the level of its editing, I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars. I recommend this book to all lovers of psychological books; anyone who enjoys suspense would love this book.
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Bluebirds Don't Cry
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Bluebirds Don't Cry by Shannon Sheets is an intriguing book that has several positive aspects. First, Shannon took her readers to the highest mountain of suspense. Starting with the name chosen for the book, a reader will be intrigued to discover what the author intends to portray. Also, throughout the book, I was hooked on wanting to find out what Nick and Jamie had up their sleeves. It even became worse when I started feeling for Melissa and Maggie, knowing that their worst enemy was their most trusted friend.
Also, the characters were well developed. Shannon had done a good job in creating characters that are more human. For instance, she brought out flaws in some of her major characters and did not create a perfect character. Melissa is portrayed to be a human that is easily flared up by opinions that do not align with hers.
This book centers around a working-class lady, Melissa Wellington, whose view of life changes after she starts volunteering for a shelter home. She strumbled upon one of America's biggest secrets when she developed compassion and love for Maggie, who she had at first referred to as “Phantom Gray.” While everyone is made to believe that Maggie's story is concocted, Melissa thinks otherwise and starts to dig up the story, which costs her her romantic relationship with Marco and even her friendship with Jamie.
Meanwhile, Nick Culvert, a secret agent of the Central Intelligence Agency, has been transferred to Hawaii to keep a close eye on Maggie and Melissa. Eventually, he realizes that he also has been used to cover up one of America's biggest secrets. In wanting to help Melissa and Maggie, he puts them, his wife, his daughter, and even himself in death's way. The death trap seems unavoidable since an agent of the enemy they are hiding from is acting as their most trusted and reliable friend. Will they be able to come out alive and unscathed since their enemies are at the helms of affairs in the country?
There are two negative aspects that I was able to identify in the book. First, the book did not give me the "happy forever after" ending I was expecting for some characters. Understandably, Shannon had wanted the readers to fill the gaps or even to live in wonder as to whether Marco will later win back the trust of Melissa. But then, I feel that their reunion should be a compensation for all the troubles their relationship underwent.
Also, the ending that involves the trial of Maggie and Jaime seemed poorly developed. The standard of proof required in criminal proceedings is universally proof beyond a reasonable doubt. So, I think the author would have been able to show in detail how this burden was discharged concerning the case of Jaime and the ruling as regards Maggie. The author could have done extensive research on criminal trials and found a way of including a detailed story on the trial.
I found minimal errors in the book. This shows that the book was well edited. Considering the positive aspects of the book and also the level of its editing, I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars. I recommend this book to all lovers of psychological books; anyone who enjoys suspense would love this book.
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Bluebirds Don't Cry
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon