For me, 'Sharp Objects' is overrated. It was supposed to be this great crime thriller, but it was more of a dark and disturbing character study. The crime aspect wasn't as strong as it was made out to be. Also, 'The Snowman' had a lot of build - up but the payoff was not worth it. The plot had too many loose ends and the killer's motivation was not very well - explained.
Sure. 'The Casual Vacancy' by J.K. Rowling. It was not really a great crime novel as expected. It was more of a social commentary with a crime element sort of tacked on. It lacked the mystery and suspense that a good crime novel should have.
I think '50 Shades of Grey' was misclassified as a crime novel in some cases and is overrated. It has a weak plot that is more about a controlling relationship rather than a true crime - solving narrative. Also, 'Gone Girl' is sometimes overrated. While it had an interesting premise, the characters are so unlikable that it can be off - putting for many readers. It also tries too hard to be 'clever' with its plot twists.
Well, 'Foundation' by Isaac Asimov can be considered overrated. The story is quite dry in its presentation. The characters lack real emotional depth and the narrative is mostly focused on grand ideas about the fall and rise of civilizations. It doesn't engage the reader on a personal level as much as other science fiction works. It's more like a series of intellectual concepts strung together rather than a story with heart.
Yes, 'The Host' by Stephenie Meyer. It just didn't have the same charm as her 'Twilight' series. The story was slow - moving and the characters were not as engaging. It seemed like a rehash of some of her previous ideas but not done as well.
I don't think so. Novels have the power to transport us to different worlds, make us think, and touch our hearts. However, if expectations are too high or the genre isn't a match, one could have that perception.
Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great one. It has a really unique and suspenseful plot where ten strangers are invited to an island and are gradually killed off one by one. The atmosphere is tense throughout.
Yes," A Hundred Thousand Years of Longevity,"" Encouragement of Immortals,"" The Poisonous Daughter of a Concubine: Please Be Careful of Your Sick Highness,"" The Strongest Cause and Effect System,"" Which Home in Xianluo?"" My Senior Brother and I Are Wandering,"" The Female Feng Shui Master,"" The Fourth Master's Cold Fujin,"" Please Calm Your Anger,"" Cold Wife Is Hard to Find: Overbearing Gambling, Less Gentle Love," and other novels all had similar and repeated theme. I recommend the following novels for your reference: Feng Qiuhuang, Defying Evil God, Shocking Nine Heavens, Ancient Godly Emperor, Heaven Stairway, Tang Zi. I hope you like my recommendation.π
In the modern romance novel " Drunken Flower Shade with a Shallow Smile ", there was a famous saying: " I once feared that being sentimental would damage my Buddhist conduct, but I was afraid that I would leave the city when I entered the mountains. How can there be a perfect Dharma in the world? I will not disappoint the Buddha and you." Perhaps you can see if this book meets your needs! If you like it, then I sincerely hope that you will like my recommendation.π
Sure. 'The Friends of Eddie Coyle' is a great one. It tells the story of a small - time criminal who is facing prison time and his interactions with the bigger players in the organized crime world. It has a noir - ish feel to it and is very well - written in terms of character development.
Sure. 'The Name of the Rose' is a top pick. It has a very mysterious plot that unfolds in a medieval abbey. There are lots of twists and turns as the main character tries to solve a series of murders while also dealing with the politics and religious dogma of the time.
Well, 'The Wire in the Blood' by Val McDermid is also among the best. Her protagonist, Dr. Tony Hill, is a psychologist who helps the police solve crimes. The novels are known for their complex characters, dark themes, and the detailed portrayal of the police work involved in solving heinous crimes.