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Time line jumps --

Revisado: 11-14-23

I enjoyed this book and how all the characters were interwoven. The one gripe I have is that the time line goes back and forth from the present to the past. It was like reading diary entries that were jumbled up. I have noticed that authors and movies tend to use this technique of time jumping. I prefer a story be beginning, middle, end.

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Good info - could have been condensed

Revisado: 10-28-23

I am at the 7th episode and gave up listening and went to Wikipedia to get the conclusion. The info was good, but like other reviewers, the series was a bit too long. Narrator was good. Kudos to get interviews from the actual players involved with the investigation.

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Good research on a woman we knew "of"

Revisado: 09-15-19

This was a good read of a woman most of us only saw one side of. At first, the narrator seemed to be in a hurry or in a rush when reading. Or like she was trying to tell us so much before hopping of the bus. It settled down after awhile or I got used to it.
I was growing up when Cosmo was hitting its stride and those covers were eye catching. I didn't know much about Helen and this book was well researched. I remember all those quizzes and that famous centerfold!

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More mysteries & less cast of characters

Revisado: 06-15-18

IQ is a unique character with a good back story. I was anxious to see what would be in the second book of the series. Unfortunately, there wasn't as much mystery/case solving as I wanted. His intelligence and ways of solving cases is what draws me to the character. IQ took on a lame case and the flood of characters came in. Also, the quick way a major plot point was thrown in at the last chapter was a bit jarring. Let's see IQ get his mojo on some tough cases in a possible third book and keep the cast of characters to a smaller number.

The narrator did a great job

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IQ + TMZ = Mystery & new brand of 'detective'

Revisado: 05-08-18

As another reviewer stated, I thought IQ was going to be solving cases through unconventional means for a number of folks. This is sorta true - but it does focus on one case. I thought that could have been wrapped up sooner and made room for others.

The narrator did a spot on job. Yes, there is a substantial amount of cursing and pejorative terms. I winced a few times and had to remind myself that the characters spoke this way and that was the way it was. If you are offended by this type of language, pass on this book. I would like to see another book of this character a few years out after he has matured and honed his talent

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Get a U-Haul

Revisado: 06-16-14

I enjoyed the premise of the story -- it moved at a good pace -- though at times when I was listening - I had to rewind a bit to realize the story was in flash back. There is a lot of "thinking" narration and it goes back and forth from the past to the present. I wanted to count how many times the author told us the main character's age. That was a bit repetitive.

Like other reviews - this isn't necessarily a "thriller" -- more of a "who dun it" mystery-ish story. I will look at other selections from this author. The narrator was good.

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Mix up the formula - the character deserves it!

Revisado: 04-19-14

I have heard all 4 of the Gray Men novels - the narrator is spot on! The action and suspense is very exciting.

The formula of the series is starting to be evident after 4 installments. Mix it up some so it won't be predictable in future installments. I know Mr. Greaney is the heir apparent to the Clancey series - will this be the last Gray Man?

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Like reading a diary or a "Dateline" episode

Revisado: 12-01-13

The reviewer from "O" magazine described this as a thriller. Not. You know the premise way too much from the get go and we hear all about this story as if we are reading a diary of all the characters or watching a "Dateline" episode. A few surprises - I was glad to get to the end. I will scrutinize my "thrillers" more carefully in the future.

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Narrator ruins this story

Revisado: 12-10-12

I am about 1/2 through this book -- The narrator has a terrible case of dry mouth. You can hear him licking his lips and other sounds due to dry mouth. You also hear him turn the pages, turn away from the microphone and then pause as he turns the pages.

I am surprised this got through Quality Assurance at the recording studio.

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Hug a puppy.... this is a bit dark

Revisado: 10-20-12

Check List for listening to “Sharp Objects”

1. Watch some comedies on TV or look at LOL Cats website – you need the balance.
2. Play with puppies or roll around in the yard. Release some of the angst that you will feel.

As one other reviewer stated – there weren't any characters that I rooted for. Lots of crazy women who crave attention and need to get out more.


I will continue to listen to Ms. Flynn’s novels. She is a good writer. Ann Marie did a good job on narration.

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