Kal’s no fool, though sometimes she might pretend to be, because hiding her strengths is a great way to extract information.
An expert in psychology, she first leant her craft from her father. He was a man with disturbing secrets.
When her journalist mother goes missing, Kal investigates.
What she uncovers involves murder, trafficking and Kal’s own worst nightmare…
Crime/suspense/thriller. A new kick-ass heroine.
Good Girl Bad Girl is an Eric Hoffer Book Award Finalist 2017.
Assessment:
Plot: This novel has an extremely intricate plot, which comes together well in the end. However, the second half of the book is far more compelling than the first—which may be a barrier in terms of initial reader engagement.
Prose: While the prose is solidly constructed, clear, and effective—but also does little to distinguish itself or rise above the ordinary.
Originality: Although the book doesn't cover new ground, the protagonist and many of the settings are original.
Character Development: The characters here are well drawn and engaging, although readers may find some of them opaque—the author would be well served by giving readers a clearer sense of the characters thought processes and feelings.
Date Submitted: July 20, 2017
Great news - Good Girl Bad Girl is an Eric Hoffer Book Award Finalist 2017!
