Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC of I Know Everything by Matthew Farrell.
Genre:
Mystery, Psychological Thriller
Length:
334 Pages
Blurb:
Renowned psychologist, Randall Brock, is devastated by the death of his wife. Police Investigator Susan Adler is all set to call it death by accident, until she receives evidence indicating murder. Randall Brock becomes her prime suspect.
While Brock remains oblivious to the turn of events, he comes face to face with a stranger, promising information about his wife’s death. But first, he wants Brock to give up the secrets he holds, secrets of a violent past that the stranger threatens to reveal if Brock refuses to accept them. With pressure mounting from Adler and the stranger who seems to know everything about Brock’s past, the psychologist’s life and mind begin to unravel. He knows he didn’t kill his wife… so who did? And who are they going after next?
Overall Rating:
6 out of 10
Plot:
7 out of 10
Characterization:
6 out of 10
Primary Element:
6 out of 10 for its mystery
Writing Style:
7 out of 10
Part of a Series:
No.
Highlighted Takeaway:
The portrayal of the complexities of the human mind and the behavior to which it can drive the worst and best of people.
What I Liked:
The storyline was based more on actions that were shades of gray. It showed that people aren’t either good or bad; they are complicated beings who, for the most part, behave to their possible best in trying circumstances.
What I Didn’t Like:
The excessive use of the term ‘revert back’. A pet peeve of mine, I have always been very annoyed that it’s becoming acceptable to say ‘reply back’ and ‘revert back’ instead of just ‘reply’ and ‘revert’.
Randall Brock was a difficult character to like. He had a lot going for him, but I would have liked to see him with just a tad more of a spine.
Who Should Read It:
Anyone who enjoys psychological thrillers.
Who Should Avoid:
Anyone who can’t tolerate gore – there is quite a bit of disturbing violence in I Know Everything that isn’t always easy to digest.
Read It For:
An intriguing storyline that isn’t too tarnished by some of it being predictable, a tale with different elements that come together well, and its liberal take on right v/s wrong.
Matthew Farrell’s I Know Everything released on 6 August 2019 and is now available for sale.
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– Rishika
The Book Review Station 