Official Review: Waves Break (on Unknown Shores)

Post by **Kajori Sheryl Paul** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:20

A mix of friendship and a good mystery always makes for a good read.

Thank you for the great review.

Brenda Creech · Post by **Brenda Creech** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:20

This sounds like such a great story, and I am a fan of mysteries and crime novels. However, the excessive R-rated profanity would ruin the story for me if I tried to read the book. I can understand the use of some profanity, I just don't know why it has to be such strong language, and so much of it! I guess I will be passing on the book, but thanks for the excellent review! Enjoyed it as always!

EvaDar · Post by **EvaDar** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:20

It's always impressive when an author can pull off alternating timelines and do it well. Great that this author is skilled at character development, too. Lots of compelling themes, in addition to the suspense. Thanks for the great review, Cecilia!

Tim Terry · Post by **Tim Terry** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:24

This sounds like an engaging mystery and thriller, with three protagonists, Phil, Wayne, and Tina, who are friends from childhood, involved in a complicated plot which involves Wayne's brother by the sounds of things. It sounds highly entertaining in both a subtle, indirect manner, as well as a graphically direct manner. I enjoy books with strong characters, and this seems like such a book. Your review was informative and pleasant to read.

Erick Muyesu · Post by **Erick Muyesu** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:25

I am in love with how you assessed this book. Your detailed review is enough to convince any potential reader to pick this book. Congratulations to the author on BOTD.

Paige Alvarado · Post by **Paige Alvarado** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:25

Wow your intro was awesome. This sounds like a wild suspense.

Kelsey Hatch · Post by **Kelsey Hatch** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:28

Wow, I audibly gasped at the quote in your introduction. I also read the sample and quickly grew attached to the characters and their almost dysfunctional friendship. Wayne sounds like quite the influence, yet I am empathetic toward him and his very problematic home life. I'll be putting this on my want-to-read list for sure. Thanks for this wonderful review!

Kelyn · Post by **Kelyn** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:33

Phil almost sounds like an enabler for Wayne though I agree he is likable from the word go. Wayne? Not so much. I'm glad that Wayne's character sees development throughout the book. I'm not fond of static character development. As I'm not into crime/mystery novels, I'll probably pass on this one. Thanks for the excellent review!

Joan642 · Post by **Joan642** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:37

Thanks for the review but I don't think this book is one that I would like to read.

Sunchris01 · Post by **Sunchris01** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:43

the book sounds very interesting. It seems full of horror as they past start haunting them. I will add it on my list. Congratulations

Post by **Kibet Hillary** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:45

Despite the one flaw due to the excessive use of R-rated words, the book still sounds enthralling. I am adding it to my shelf. Thanks for the enthralling review.

Stephen Campana · Post by **Stephen Campana** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:45

This story about a childhood bond and how the past comes back to haunt two friends sounds great; I may give this one a look. Thanks for the review, Cecilia.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:46

I did not expect an intriguing thriller when i just saw the cover page. I am surprised as well as thrilled to see that this is a nice C/T/M/H. Congratulations on being BOTD

AntonelaMaria · Post by **AntonelaMaria** » 08 Aug 2020, 11:48

I liked the premise of this book- what if's.It is very relatable. I imagine the trauma what the kids must have felt and how it refected on their life. It seems really interesting storyline. Too bad there was excessive profanity. Your review is amazing.