a slow read with a disappointing ending. After staying ...
934286
a slow read with a disappointing ending.  After staying with the book thinking the ending might make it worhwhile to have finished the book, it's a "You've got to be kidding" ending.
234458
I don't know what I was expecting, but I found the book slow moving and just not a favorite read.
527373
Slow moving..kept me waiting for something to actually happen versus the expression of many thoughts and feelings.  A view of poverty in Naples in the '50's and a sense of few choices were highlighted for many who were stuck.
1917398
It was slow going at the start of the novel.  I stuck with it and enjoyed the story.
4595323
When I start a book, I finish a book no matter what.  It was a slow read in parts of the story.
2103539
The plot and characters are interesting but the ending is a dud. It felt like the author needed to wrap things up fast to meet a deadline. After a good buildup, I felt let down by the ending. I understood why the Wild family would move after Grace's attack but why Clare would choose to move back in so quickly with her husband is a mystery. And it seemed Adele would perhaps look for another home and lifestyle for her girls after seeing their behavior, but she just pretends all is well and goes on as before. And to have no counseling or professional help given to Tyler seemed ridiculous. I agree with another reviewer that the police would not drop their investigation so abruptly. A poorly crafted conclusion to what could have been a better story.
472864
When I started this book I thought it was slow and seemed to drag on. The further I got into it the more I liked it. However at times it was dragged on and I had a hard time staying interested. The ending to this book shocked me a little and now because Im invested in the characters, I need to know what will happen!
3820499
It took me a while to get into it.  Then an easy read.  A few moments of some excitement but moves along without any speed.  Overall an enjoyable reading experience.  The ending was extremely unsatisfying.  The alternative ending offered slightly better.  I'd give it three stars but gave 4 due to the novel idea.
663003
IT WAS A SLOW READ AT FIRST, BUT THE ENDING WAS GOOD.
2715915
I was disappointed with the ending. It wasn't really explained what the girl and her family were. A let down.
1288138
I was disappointed.  Got off to a slow start and stayed there.
Not your usual Nick Cage.
2446555
The book started slow but eventually the pace started moving.  The characters were interesting, the plot lines intriguing but unfortunately one was left hanging.  The ending was a surprise and disappointing.  The plot had a lot of promise but I was left a little disappointed.
1770859
Good reading. A bit slow in parts. Ending left you hanging.
2776800
I enjoyed reading the book (though it might be too slow for young adults) but was sorely disappointed with the ending.  The bad guy's still watching him, but no end as to what happened.

I don't think I'll buy another in the series.
1663113
This writer came highly recommended from a mystery-loving friend. It was well written but I found it a bit slow in pace. Had a soap opera feel as well. Perhaps I'm just used to reading more fast-paced American mystery-thrillers. I was entertained at times but I didn't find the characters realistic and I only found one person in the book who was likable. The ending was a let-down (and not a surprise) and not worth the slog. I'm giving this writer another chance - currently reading "The Sculptress".
2405158
A bit disappointing end. But great read towards it. Did feel like it is slow paced though.
2449618
The first few pages grab you, but a slow-moving pace and stereotypical characters fail to keep the reader engaged for the long haul.