Official Review: The Underbelly by Evelyn Cole

truebookaddict · Post by **truebookaddict** » 06 Jan 2017, 13:06

I'm purely interested in this because it's a spin on the Jekyl and Hyde premise. However, your review makes it sound like much more. Thanks for the detailed review!

bluegreenmarina · Post by **bluegreenmarina** » 06 Jan 2017, 13:15

Seems like this book has quite a few elements that make up a good read. I'm always happy to read stories that paint women as complex multidimensional people.

ramydul11 · Post by **ramydul11** » 06 Jan 2017, 13:16

This sounds like a book that I could definitely enjoy reading. I love crime and suspense books. The story seems interesting and I like the fact that it alternates between the present and the past. It seems to focus on characters too, which is great. You did a very good job on reviewing this book. I may consider reading it.

Strangerthanfiction · Post by **Strangerthanfiction** » 06 Jan 2017, 14:05

Great review. I really love an easy read now and again, especially if it's fast paced, exciting, and suspenseful with a touch of romance. Congrats to the author on a great review. Thanks for sharing.

dosenron877 · Post by **dosenron877** » 06 Jan 2017, 14:52

The author gave vivid contrasting descriptions between suburban houses: with spiral staircases and beautiful kitchens, and dingy apartments: with smelly rooms and rust-stained sinks.

I have only read the sample but I also noted the great attention the author pays to detailed descriptions.

the author conveyed some ugly truth like: lechers were found not only on dirty streets and in cheap bars, they also held high positions in respectable institutions and lived in beautiful houses.

This did not come through to me in the sample (for me, "lecher" is an extremely negative label). Perhaps I would have to read the whole book to see this. This is not in my usual reading genre but your review helped me discover a new reading possibility.

Julie Ditton · Post by **Julie Ditton** » 06 Jan 2017, 15:08

This books sounds very interesting. Although you put it in this broad category, you did not actually mention in which specific genre you would place this book. Is it an actual mystery or a crime thriller?

Vermont Reviews · Post by **Vermont Reviews** » 06 Jan 2017, 15:15

Excellent review. You captured the essential details. Well done.
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ChillAndRead · Post by **ChillAndRead** » 06 Jan 2017, 15:17

That book sounds interesting! Fast paced suspense with abit of romance make a good combination! Thanks for the review!

Rachel1019 · Post by **Rachel1019** » 06 Jan 2017, 15:38

This sounds like a great book! Thank you for writing such a good review. I feel like I could read this book and not feel confused when character names are mentioned. This is very helpful for a prospective reader.

tarafarah7 · Post by **tarafarah7** » 06 Jan 2017, 16:58

I loved your review! Thanks! The examples you gave were great! ? This book sounds really good...I added it to my WTR list. I also really love the cover if the book...the red stands out really well and I love the picture on the front. Congratulations to the author on being chosen for BOTD!!

MandalynnJDG · Post by **MandalynnJDG** » 06 Jan 2017, 17:01

Thanks for the review. It is great when a book can go into such detail but also include such detail about the characters and surroundings.

chrisann2780 · Post by **chrisann2780** » 06 Jan 2017, 17:15

Enjoyed the sample very much. The review was spot on, it was great. Congrats to the author on having a well-deserved honor of BOTD!

Seraphia Bunny Sparks · Post by **Seraphia Bunny Sparks** » 06 Jan 2017, 17:36

Great review! This gives me a better insight of the book than amazon. LOL! It definitely sounds like an interesting read for sure and is on my TBR shelf as well. Congrats to the author on being #BOTD

Celticlady · Post by **Celticlady** » 06 Jan 2017, 18:21

Sounds like a book I would enjoy! Thanks for the review!

josefina1110 · Post by **josefina1110** » 06 Jan 2017, 19:53

Thanks for the great review. You have given assessment of the characters which make me want to continue reading. Congratulations to the author for BOTD.