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kriseggert's review against another edition
2.0
I never would have finished this book if I’d had another audiobook in queue. Unlikable main character. Was it supposed to be funny?
amysbooknook8's review against another edition
3.0
Do you ever watch a movie and realize the entire movie was in the trailer? Yeah, me too… and enter Blood Sugar lol
chattycathy55's review against another edition
3.0
This was a quick read. Ruby has killed 3 people but stands accused of killing her husband who she didn’t kill. Although she doesn’t believe she is a sociopath I might argue otherwise. Especially in terms of #3 victim. If you want a quick light story this works. If you want some more depth to your characters it did not work for me.
jeralynn's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
briimarie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
As a diabetic myself, this title jumped out to be at B&N and I had to buy it. This book single handedly pulled me out of a 6 month reading slump. (Other than an audiobook)
The character driven writing took a bit to get used to, but once I did I was drawn in. Despite reading this on the way back from work, I looked forward to it. The hour ride flew by.
The character driven writing took a bit to get used to, but once I did I was drawn in. Despite reading this on the way back from work, I looked forward to it. The hour ride flew by.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Medical content, and Grief
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Animal death
mthereader's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
whatisqreading's review against another edition
3.0
Imagine being accused of 4 murders when you know without a doubt that you only comitted 3 of them! Ruby is caught up in an extraordinary situation like this after the death of her beloved husband Jason.
You learn the details of the past of Ruby's 3 murders as it leads up her fighting to clear her name and providing that she did not murder her husband. Thank goodness her friend Roman was able to her legally assist her. This book started on a high (litterally) and mellowed out from the middle to the end but I can defintely see how important it is to have strong, supporting friendships and being cordial even to strangers becuase Ruby was about to go under the jail for all of this mess.
You learn the details of the past of Ruby's 3 murders as it leads up her fighting to clear her name and providing that she did not murder her husband. Thank goodness her friend Roman was able to her legally assist her. This book started on a high (litterally) and mellowed out from the middle to the end but I can defintely see how important it is to have strong, supporting friendships and being cordial even to strangers becuase Ruby was about to go under the jail for all of this mess.
piperjenniece's review against another edition
5.0
A very interesting plot, you want to root for the narrator!
michelereader's review against another edition
5.0
Meet Ruby Simon. She’s a Yale graduate and a therapist who cares deeply for her patients. The thirty-year old loves her family, especially her sister, cares about animals and lives a normal life in Miami Beach. And, yes, she’s also a murderer. Due to the clever writing of author Sascha Rothchild, Ruby is a surprisingly likeable character you’ll find yourself rooting for. When this highly entertaining story begins, Ruby’s first, rather shocking murder is detailed. Were her actions justified? Ruby sure thinks so. Then, moving to present day, Ruby is being questioned by a police detective about the death of her husband Jason, whom she loved deeply. She is adamant that she had nothing to do with his death.
Blood Sugar is an appealing and suspenseful psychological thriller with an unreliable narrator. It was a fast read that kept me guessing. Is Ruby a vigilante killer with a heart of gold? Or, is she a narcissistic psychopath? I thoroughly enjoyed finding out. And I loved the Miami locale, which is so well woven into the story. Fans of the genre, be sure to check this one out. Just don’t take it all too seriously.
Many thanks to Penguin Publishing Group | Putnam for the opportunity to read this engaging book in advance of its April 19, 2022 publication.
Rated 4.5 stars.
Review posted on MicheleReader.com.
Blood Sugar is an appealing and suspenseful psychological thriller with an unreliable narrator. It was a fast read that kept me guessing. Is Ruby a vigilante killer with a heart of gold? Or, is she a narcissistic psychopath? I thoroughly enjoyed finding out. And I loved the Miami locale, which is so well woven into the story. Fans of the genre, be sure to check this one out. Just don’t take it all too seriously.
Many thanks to Penguin Publishing Group | Putnam for the opportunity to read this engaging book in advance of its April 19, 2022 publication.
Rated 4.5 stars.
Review posted on MicheleReader.com.