Book: Rescuing Olivia
Authoress: Julie Compton
Also known for: Tell No Lies
Pages: 371 (Hardcover)
Genre: Adult Fiction | Mystery | Suspense
Click here for an excerpt of Rescuing Olivia
My summary: After having his Harley run off the road, Anders wakes up in the hospital to learn his girlfriend Olivia (the second occupant of the bike) has been hospitalized and is in a coma. When he rushes to her side, her estranged rich and powerful father refuses Ander's visits. Days later Olivia and her medical records mysteriously disappear from the hospital. What follows is a dramatic mystery that takes the reader from Florida to Connecticut and eventually even to Africa in search of answers, the truth, and Olivia.
My say: Julie Compton is a local girl, so I really wanted to love this book. However despite being well written, the characters never quite won me over. I was left wanting more from Anders and Olivia; more love, more connection, and more proof that the journey was worth my efforts.
My whodunit verdict: Whoa! This one was a mystery up to the very end. I enjoyed not knowing who was good, who was bad, and who was the evil mastermind behind it all.
My recommendation: Like the nitty-gritty mysteries you can share with your hubby? Check this one out.
My rating: 3 out of 5 stars; While I didn't love it, it is well written and kept me guessing.
My slices:
- My favorite part: Rich and accurate Florida descriptions only a resident could truly describe.
- My least favorite part: I really disliked Olivia. I found my self rooting for Ander's ex-girlfriend Shel.
My meter readings:
- My kiddie-o-meter: Sex, infidelity, profanity, alcohol, illegal narcotics, domestic abuse, and mentions of rape make this one definitely best suited for older audiences.
- My adult-o-meter: Adults who enjoy tough realistic mysteries will definitely dig this one.
My final say: This one was a bit too harsh for me. I am off to find something light.
Rescuing Olivia = Entry 4 in the Thriller & Suspense Reading Challenge hosted by Book Chick City.
26 comments:
I'm always so sad when I end up not loving books by local authors. :-(
This sounds like a book I might skip.
The premise sounds interesting. Sorry it didn't live up to it's expectations! :(
Hmm, this sounds interesting.
I have stumbled upon your blog and I think its fantastic! I can't believe I haven't been here before! I am a new follower :)
Welcome Cindy :D
Nice review! Glad that it is suspenseful till the very end!
Thanks for your honest review. I will hold off on this book.
hi! What do you mean Olivia's a local girl. Where are you from??
♥V.
Wow, sounds intriguing! Not a huge fan of the cover though!
This one looks pretty interesting! Lots of intense issues.
The summary is quite tempting. Too bad that it didn't live up to your expectations. :)
Interesting premise but it sucks that the characters weren't easy to connect with. Nice honest review!
I was about to buy this book... thanks for saving me! And thank you for sharing your views!
I need something a little light too at present. Looking forward to catching up on your blog.xx
Great review, as always! I have mixed thoughts on this book - I love the mystery aspect, but I'm not sure about the characters. I might read it if I see it anywhere!
Emidy
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Hi Juju!
I wanted to let you know that you won the Curse of Addy McMahon contest over on my blog! Would you please email me at ebcella AT comcast DOT net with your address so I can mail your book to you ASAP? Congrats, and thanks for entering!
(: Bookworm
PS. Great review!
nice review, i love how you make it simple, short and sweet. great review juju..
Great, honest review :)
I'm not sure this is for me, but I appreciate the time you took to break it apart!
Vanessa: The writer currently resides near me in Central Florida :)
Ahhhh thanks Beach Vintage :)
Bookworm: Wahoooo!
I hope you do Emidy! I would love to hear your opinion :)
I like the sound of this one. I just put it on hold at the library.
Juju: I'm in South Florida (and so is Isalys)! How cool , we're practically neighbors. No wonder you're so cool! Do you ever come down here? It would be awesome to meet you :D
♥V.
Vanessa:
Ahhh thanks V :) *giggle*
Sadly I never head South.
I am however planning to go to the Book Blogger Con in 2011 :)
Oh COOL! I'm planning on going to BEA this year.
Do you ever head north to Orlando?
Wouldn't it be cool if a group of us got together for the Harry Potter opening?!
I swear, I amaze myself with my brilliance. =D
Thanks for the review. I'll probably give this one a miss.
Vanessa:
Oooo the Harry Potter opening would be fun! Any word when it is?
Steph: YAH! I look forward to your take :)
Well, they keep saying "spring" but come on! Spring is like 2-3 months long... WHEN in spring? LOL
I'll let you know if I hear anything
:)
You know Disney has that $99 special now though... 4 parks/ 4 days for $99! Can't beat that!
Vanessa: Right? They keep pushing the date back. We'll have to keep our eyes peeled :)
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