My review of the Fourth Monkey by J.D. Barker


Utterly brilliant, Oh how I loved every chapter, every page, every word. So very clever, I never saw most of the twists and turns coming and I loved the ending so much.
I will not reveal the plot because I think it is best to start this book knowing nothing about it, and be taken on a gripping, twisting ride that leaves you breathless and wanting more at the end.
It is so well written. All the characters are believable and there are several different points of view, all of them unique and distinct. No mean feat for any author. I particularly loved Sam Porter, a wonderful character. And then there is the serial killer himself. Wow. He is allowed to cleverly reveal himself to us from his diary. The diary entires read like a creepy, dark story all on their own. The killer is given such a disturbing voice, he really stands out from everyone else. A serial killer that wants to punish those who commit evil deeds. But the punishment he doles out will not leave you with any sympathy for him, he is chilling.
The writing is excellent, graphic yes but very well written. When one poor victim's, 'heart pounded - a rhythimc thump, thump,' mine did too, right along with her.
The plot is incredible, I don't know how the author did it, but a huge round of applause from me. I loved the clues, laid out for me to follow, but with so many unexpected twists and a fast pace I was left breathless. It sent shivers down my spine that continued to the very last page. And what a last page, what an ending! Terrific