The Fury

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Overall, this was a pretty good book, though it felt like a standard thriller. At first, I wasn’t sure if it was meant to be a nod to Agatha Christie, but as I kept reading, it became clear that it was, and that definitely caught my attention. I've always wanted to read Agatha Christie and just haven’t gotten around to it, so this was a fun introduction to that kind of storytelling.

As for the characters, none of them were particularly likable. There wasn’t anyone I felt was truly innocent, and instead of evolving in a positive direction, most of the character growth made them seem even worse. That doesn’t make the book bad, but it does mean there’s no one you really want to root for. Depending on your preferences, that could be a downside or just part of the experience.

The plot itself was strong. There was a clear mystery driving the story, and the way it was told, non-linear, with events unfolding and then circling back to provide context, really worked for me. I liked that it felt like a story within a story, which gave it a unique structure and made it more engaging. I listened to this on audiobook, and that format worked especially well for this kind of layered narrative. In fact, I’d recommend it to anyone trying audiobooks for the first time.

When it comes to themes, I didn’t feel like there was anything especially deep or meaningful being explored. It was more about human nature and how love can drive people to extremes. There weren’t really any big takeaways or life lessons, but that’s not a bad thing. Sometimes it’s just fun to watch a chaotic story unfold and see the consequences of everyone’s choices.

Emotionally, the book did grab me at times, mainly when the narrator opened up about their past. That moment gave some real insight into their character and helped explain why they are the way they are. The female lead had a similar backstory reveal, but it didn’t hit quite as hard. Still, there were definite attempts to build empathy for the characters.

Overall, I really enjoyed the book. It was fast-paced and easy to get into, and I’d definitely recommend listening to it. If I had to compare it to The Silent Patient, I think I enjoyed that one just a bit more, but this book held its own and was enjoyable in its own right.