Rated of 5
by Malinda N. (Wheeling, WV) The Face Thief
I enjoyed this book and read it very quickly. I'm not usually a big fan of this genre but I found the characters to be well defined and interesting for the most part. I was very curious to find out the conclusion...it was an interesting end to the story. The only criticism I had was that I felt the author developed the main character in order for the reader to feel that she was a sophisticated and intelligent woman but some of the scenes in the book didn't jive with that illusion. At times she appeared to be an immature, young girl with common language. This might have been purposeful but it is hard to believe that such an accomplished monetary scam artist would use the word the word "way".
Rated of 5
by Carol G. (Little Egg Harbor, NJ) The Face Thief
A great psychological & mystery read which is page-turning suspenseful. However, I was disappointed with the flat ending. The flashback style may disarm some readers and be bothersome; but I do not have a problem with a flashback approach. This was an emotional read which made it a somewhat slow paced mystery for those looking for faster action. I have never read this author before but will definitely read the previous "Now You See Him".
Rated of 5
by Judy G. (Carmel, IN) Calculation & Cunning
The Face Thief provides a delightful journey of calculation & cunning most readers never experience in a lifetime. The author's character craftsmanship is superb and I found it to be a quite enjoyable read.
Rated of 5
by Sandy P. (Gainesville, FL) OK, but.....
Story line was interesting, going between the grifter (Janelle aka Margot), the victim (John Potash) and Lawrence Billings (the teacher of 'face stealing'). For me, the loose ends finale was not very satisfying. There was some closure, i.e. John finding a way to recoup his losses (although through sad circumstances), but not the vindication I was hoping for.
Rated of 5
by Terri H. (Battle Ground, washington) You MUST READ this Book!
Not unlike the protagonist, I quickly "fell" into this book. The juxtaposing story lines kept me on edge, and oh so nicely came together in the end. Mysterious, intriguing, captivating. I HIGHLY recommend this book.
Rated of 5
by Beverly D. (Palm Harbor, FL) What a disappointment!
Comparing this effort to James M. Cain or Ian McEwan, as the cover suggests, is an affront to both authors. This novel is a lingering shadow of what it MIGHT have been. There is an interesting idea here but what suspense there might have been was hampered by the author's lumbering style. It was slow going and the cutting back and forth between the three characters made for a very convoluted rythym. And once "who" dunnit was revealed, the ending was not at all satisfying. It sort of just ended...life goes on, I guess. I will not read this author again.
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