Inner Dreams And Aspirations Book

3.5 stars

On one hand, I think this is the most complex book of the series. From the story, the motive of murder, Stanley and Tom's relationship. As we dived into the minds of Stanley, Tom, and other characters. Questions arised from both Stanley and Tom, what do they want from the relationship, what do they need ... It feels like a "psychology" kind of book.

On the other hand, I never particularly enjoy descriptive narration that takes over 80% of the book. PLUS, while I enjoy understanding Andrew's minds (he is Stanley's brother), I don't really care about the minds of the other characters. For me, this book should be about Stanley and Tom -- rather than just the mystery. It's not like Rhyme/Sachs novels, for example (those books are pretty much the cases that compel me). So, it leaves me a bit unbalanced. HOWEVER, there are scenes that very, VERY good (love the scene when Tom is trying to say that he is sorry). And the twist in the end, definitely will make me return to book #4