The Misogynist
By Steve Jackowski
236 pages
Reviewed by: Esther Wairimu, San Francisco Book Review
Star Rating: 5 / 5
George Gray receives a tip on a groundbreaking story. Coincidentally he is also contacted by a serial killer alerting him to his plan to kill his first victim in a week's time. George hands this information over to the police, and this marks the beginning of a joint effort to catch the killer.
The Misogynist is an exciting, fast-paced crime thriller cast in Silicon Valley. It kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The storyline is well developed and has no wasted characters. Everyone has a role to play, and they play it well.
My favorite character in the book is Janey, George Gray's girlfriend. She is witty, funny, and extremely resourceful. The serial killer goes after women, and Janey is the exact opposite of the kind of woman the serial killer preys on. Not only does Janey help catch the killer, but she also brings balance to a narrative that portrays some women as selfish and opportunistic.
The author, Steve Jackowski, does a good job concealing the identity of the killer until the story reaches its climax. He does provide a few clues here and there, but you will never guess who the true killer is.
From the way he writes, you can tell that Jackowski has worked in technology and is familiar with Silicon Valley. In some ways, this book is an inside look into the lives of tech executives, if you were ever curious about them.
Dr. Louis is another one of my favorite characters. I found her most relatable among all the characters. She too has some theories on who the killer might be. Often I found myself viewing things from her vantage point.
This is one of the best crime thrillers I have read this year. It had mystery and a good dose of suspense. I recommend it to anyone who loves mystery, crime and thriller genres. The plot line is like no other, and the characters are well-rounded and believable.
If you find explicit language distasteful, you will enjoy this book. It steers clear of explicit language and is minimal in its description of explicit scenes, making it suitable for young adults.
The Misogynist isn't just another crime thriller. It explores many themes that are relevant to this current cultural moment. Notably, it explores the misuse of the internet by actors who use it to make unfair gains while exploiting others. It also discusses the vast extent of modern-day slavery. You would be wrong to think that only the poor and destitute are vulnerable.
By Steve Jackowski
236 pages
Reviewed by: Esther Wairimu, San Francisco Book Review
Star Rating: 5 / 5
George Gray receives a tip on a groundbreaking story. Coincidentally he is also contacted by a serial killer alerting him to his plan to kill his first victim in a week's time. George hands this information over to the police, and this marks the beginning of a joint effort to catch the killer.
The Misogynist is an exciting, fast-paced crime thriller cast in Silicon Valley. It kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The storyline is well developed and has no wasted characters. Everyone has a role to play, and they play it well.
My favorite character in the book is Janey, George Gray's girlfriend. She is witty, funny, and extremely resourceful. The serial killer goes after women, and Janey is the exact opposite of the kind of woman the serial killer preys on. Not only does Janey help catch the killer, but she also brings balance to a narrative that portrays some women as selfish and opportunistic.
The author, Steve Jackowski, does a good job concealing the identity of the killer until the story reaches its climax. He does provide a few clues here and there, but you will never guess who the true killer is.
From the way he writes, you can tell that Jackowski has worked in technology and is familiar with Silicon Valley. In some ways, this book is an inside look into the lives of tech executives, if you were ever curious about them.
Dr. Louis is another one of my favorite characters. I found her most relatable among all the characters. She too has some theories on who the killer might be. Often I found myself viewing things from her vantage point.
This is one of the best crime thrillers I have read this year. It had mystery and a good dose of suspense. I recommend it to anyone who loves mystery, crime and thriller genres. The plot line is like no other, and the characters are well-rounded and believable.
If you find explicit language distasteful, you will enjoy this book. It steers clear of explicit language and is minimal in its description of explicit scenes, making it suitable for young adults.
The Misogynist isn't just another crime thriller. It explores many themes that are relevant to this current cultural moment. Notably, it explores the misuse of the internet by actors who use it to make unfair gains while exploiting others. It also discusses the vast extent of modern-day slavery. You would be wrong to think that only the poor and destitute are vulnerable.