A review by lucys_lil_library
Fifty-Fifty by Steve Cavanagh

mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.25

Another thriller, another three star rating, I read this as a standalone even though it's number five in a series, I didn't feel lost at any point, I assume it's a different case/plot every book just following the same main man.

 I was flipping back and forward from a three star so much in this book. I thought it was written really well, this is not this author's first rodeo that's for sure, the suspense was pretty suspenseful and the court room element was so good. Having said that it didn't do a great deal to stand above the crowd. 

I think a sister vs sister killer was a genius idea but it didn't go far enough, I think if we got to know even more about these sister's childhoods it might have worked better. This book would have benefited from duel timeline as well as multiple POV's. I did really like the 'she' POV I think it gave us some depth. 

This is a more far-fetched thriller too, don't expect a real feeling court drama or serial killer, the things the killer gets away with felt a little silly at times. Although this might not have been a favourite for me, if your looking for a quick thriller with a few twists and turns it really isn't a bad one. I would read more from this author, I might not seek him out, but if I saw a book with the right plot and price I would go for it.