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Weaver
TIME DIDN’T HEAL HIM. IT MADE HIM RUTHLESS.
Eight years ago, a vicious lie cost Eddie Weaver everything—his job, his friends, his family, his entire life. Branded a monster, he was left to rot alone.
Today, he returns to his hometown with nothing but a list of names—and a plan for revenge, eight years in the making.
Eight years ago, a vicious lie cost Eddie Weaver everything—his job, his friends, his family, his entire life. Branded a monster, he was left to rot alone.
Today, he returns to his hometown with nothing but a list of names—and a plan for revenge, eight years in the making.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 28, 2025
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Per Jacobsen
17 books555 followersPer Jacobsen is a Danish author best known for writing thrillers with supernatural elements. He got his literary debut in 2018 when he won a writing competition issued by Byens publishing house in Denmark. Shortly afterwards, he signed a contract with the publishing house Valeta, also in Denmark, who published his debut novel, The mirror cabinet. Per Jacobsen's next three books (books 1-3 in the Strung trilogy) were translated and gave him his international breakthrough as they quickly went to the top of the bestseller list in several countries, including the US and England. Today, Per Jacobsen is a full-time writer and lives permanently in southern Spain with his wife and two children.
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August 23, 2025
Although "Weaver" is a dark revenge thriller and not horror, it's nearly the perfect revenge thriller! Jacobsen's writing is flawless, setting up a story akin to a deeply insightful Greek tragedy, full of existential pain and moral drama: the case of a teacher framed by a group of students for indecent conduct towards a teenage girl, becomes the occasion for the unfolding of a complex tale about cruel and unjust punishment, complemented by a clever and intelligent long-term revenge plan, brought to fruition at a very high cost for all involved.
The novel, short, fast-paced, always to the point, has a complex yet totally accessible structure (alternating flashbacks, police interviews, and straightforward third POV narrative), culminating in one hell of an oomph at the ending.
For me, this was one man's story, visiting his mind and watching him go after his tormentors without ever doubting himself. For that reason, the book felt completely claustrophobic. Several ethical conundrums are raised by his decisions (he's a philosophy teacher, after all), but the book is about actions, not dilemmas.
I recommend it highly for its entertainment value (it was a one-sitting read for me, I was having too much fun to stop), the masterful execution, and the strong ending.
The novel, short, fast-paced, always to the point, has a complex yet totally accessible structure (alternating flashbacks, police interviews, and straightforward third POV narrative), culminating in one hell of an oomph at the ending.
For me, this was one man's story, visiting his mind and watching him go after his tormentors without ever doubting himself. For that reason, the book felt completely claustrophobic. Several ethical conundrums are raised by his decisions (he's a philosophy teacher, after all), but the book is about actions, not dilemmas.
I recommend it highly for its entertainment value (it was a one-sitting read for me, I was having too much fun to stop), the masterful execution, and the strong ending.
September 19, 2025
"Some people might call it poetic justice,"
I was a huge fan of 25 DAYS by Per Jacobsen, so when I got the arc for WEAVER, I couldn't wait to dive in. It's a decent sized novel and I read it in just two sittings. This book and the MMC were written perfectly. It features a cool interview style as well. And again, Eddie, the MMC, was done fantastically and will forever be a memorable character.
This book is what happens when you FAFO by being dishonest, and then the person decides to play their hand at karma. I was actually rooting for the "bad guy" in this story. The ending had such a fantastic twist that I did NOT see coming, which is always a 10/10 for me. It's quite transgressive and gritty, and I also really liked seeing from Jacobsen.
WEAVER will definitely make one of my top-read lists, and I highly recommend it to everyone!
I was a huge fan of 25 DAYS by Per Jacobsen, so when I got the arc for WEAVER, I couldn't wait to dive in. It's a decent sized novel and I read it in just two sittings. This book and the MMC were written perfectly. It features a cool interview style as well. And again, Eddie, the MMC, was done fantastically and will forever be a memorable character.
This book is what happens when you FAFO by being dishonest, and then the person decides to play their hand at karma. I was actually rooting for the "bad guy" in this story. The ending had such a fantastic twist that I did NOT see coming, which is always a 10/10 for me. It's quite transgressive and gritty, and I also really liked seeing from Jacobsen.
WEAVER will definitely make one of my top-read lists, and I highly recommend it to everyone!
September 5, 2025
Wow! Per has done it again! Not a horror story, but a wonderful and carefully plotted tale of revenge most sweet. I loved every word!!!
September 19, 2025
"Some people might call it poetic justice,"
I was a huge fan of 25 DAYS by Per Jacobsen, so when I got the arc for WEAVER, I couldn't wait to dive in. It's a decent sized novel and I read it in just two sittings. This book and the MMC were written perfectly. It features a cool interview style as well. And again, Eddie, the MMC, was done fantastically and will forever be a memorable character.
This book is what happens when you FAFO by being dishonest, and then the person decides to play their hand at karma. I was actually rooting for the "bad guy" in this story. The ending had such a fantastic twist that I did NOT see coming, which is always a 10/10 for me. It's quite transgressive and gritty, and I also really liked seeing from Jacobsen.
WEAVER will definitely make one of my top-read lists, and I highly recommend it to everyone!
I was a huge fan of 25 DAYS by Per Jacobsen, so when I got the arc for WEAVER, I couldn't wait to dive in. It's a decent sized novel and I read it in just two sittings. This book and the MMC were written perfectly. It features a cool interview style as well. And again, Eddie, the MMC, was done fantastically and will forever be a memorable character.
This book is what happens when you FAFO by being dishonest, and then the person decides to play their hand at karma. I was actually rooting for the "bad guy" in this story. The ending had such a fantastic twist that I did NOT see coming, which is always a 10/10 for me. It's quite transgressive and gritty, and I also really liked seeing from Jacobsen.
WEAVER will definitely make one of my top-read lists, and I highly recommend it to everyone!
October 8, 2025
The premise was good, but…
I liked the premise of the book, but I think that the actual revenges taken should have been more detailed. For example, the revenge for Kelly, what was it? What revenge did he take upon her? What was the aftermath? It’s like you just mentioned her and moved on to the next. She was one of the main reasons Eddie lost everything, but you didn’t tell her fate. I feel the same with Steven. As I said, the premise was good, but the meat of the story was lacking.
I liked the premise of the book, but I think that the actual revenges taken should have been more detailed. For example, the revenge for Kelly, what was it? What revenge did he take upon her? What was the aftermath? It’s like you just mentioned her and moved on to the next. She was one of the main reasons Eddie lost everything, but you didn’t tell her fate. I feel the same with Steven. As I said, the premise was good, but the meat of the story was lacking.
August 24, 2025
An incredibly dark revenge story that you won't want to put down!
Eddie's story was a really heavy one to read and had me feeling dreadful for the way things unfolded for him.
The revenge plot of this one was absolutely incredible, pieced together so well and so gripping that I absolutely devoured this in almost one sitting!
Eddie's story was a really heavy one to read and had me feeling dreadful for the way things unfolded for him.
The revenge plot of this one was absolutely incredible, pieced together so well and so gripping that I absolutely devoured this in almost one sitting!
September 17, 2025
*SPOILERS*
I want to first say this author writes really well. He’s good at pulling you in but with that being said I kept waiting for something more in this book because I don’t care who you are, you don’t agree to go meet a teenaged girl alone in the dark knowing no one is around. No matter the reason. I mean at least bring someone with you, like this guy could’ve brought his wife. So even when the whole thing got dropped, if I was the people in that town or even his wife. I wouldn’t believe that you didn’t have something more on your mind that night, when you went to go meet that girl, because that’s just not right and he kinda deserved what happened afterwards for being so dumb to an extent. Especially when you already knew what those group of kids just did to a girl in their school and the girl he was going to meet was part of that group. So that part was not plausible to me because I don’t think anyone would be that dumb. I did like how it made you think and realize how easily you can have your life ruined especially in the day and age of the internet. But this definitely needed a different more plausible way that that happened to this guy in the book.
I want to first say this author writes really well. He’s good at pulling you in but with that being said I kept waiting for something more in this book because I don’t care who you are, you don’t agree to go meet a teenaged girl alone in the dark knowing no one is around. No matter the reason. I mean at least bring someone with you, like this guy could’ve brought his wife. So even when the whole thing got dropped, if I was the people in that town or even his wife. I wouldn’t believe that you didn’t have something more on your mind that night, when you went to go meet that girl, because that’s just not right and he kinda deserved what happened afterwards for being so dumb to an extent. Especially when you already knew what those group of kids just did to a girl in their school and the girl he was going to meet was part of that group. So that part was not plausible to me because I don’t think anyone would be that dumb. I did like how it made you think and realize how easily you can have your life ruined especially in the day and age of the internet. But this definitely needed a different more plausible way that that happened to this guy in the book.
December 2, 2025
Eddie Weaver is a typical high school teacher until he is falsely accused of an attack on one of his students. This book follows his journey to exact revenge against those involved and those who refuse to stand up for him. The plot is complex and you will find yourself teying to figure out what is gong to happen next (you may or may not be able to do so!)
The book is well-written and I enjoyed the way the story unfolded. Don't look for a HEA ending (or even a complete resolution) because you won't get it. However, I think we can all relate to having thoughts of getting revenge on someone for their actions. It is also a good reminder to be careful of spreading rumors or believing everything you see or read...you probably aren't getting all the facts. And, this can often cause great misery for those who are falsely accused based on rumors.
Since I have been involved in a similar situation, this book really hit close to home for me. The author is a great storyteller and I recommend any of his books to those who enjoy this genre.
The book is well-written and I enjoyed the way the story unfolded. Don't look for a HEA ending (or even a complete resolution) because you won't get it. However, I think we can all relate to having thoughts of getting revenge on someone for their actions. It is also a good reminder to be careful of spreading rumors or believing everything you see or read...you probably aren't getting all the facts. And, this can often cause great misery for those who are falsely accused based on rumors.
Since I have been involved in a similar situation, this book really hit close to home for me. The author is a great storyteller and I recommend any of his books to those who enjoy this genre.
October 28, 2025
Great Read - Makes You Squirm Knowing What Happens To Eddie Is Closer To Reality Than Most Of Us Want To Believe
I really enjoyed this authors writing style. I really liked the past and present format and thought being interviewed by the police was a great way to lay out everything. While the story is fiction, what happens to Eddie could happen to any of us and while I received no enjoyment reading about the past, I did enjoy reading what Eddie pulled off. I thought the ending was even fitting and that’s all I will say because I don’t want to leak any spoilers.
I really enjoyed this authors writing style. I really liked the past and present format and thought being interviewed by the police was a great way to lay out everything. While the story is fiction, what happens to Eddie could happen to any of us and while I received no enjoyment reading about the past, I did enjoy reading what Eddie pulled off. I thought the ending was even fitting and that’s all I will say because I don’t want to leak any spoilers.
November 27, 2025
This is a horror book that is more a thriller, organized in an unusual way. Police interrogate Eddie in 2018 as he tells the story from 2009 that ruined his life. He was a teacher at a local high school when he angered some of the students so much that they decided to get back at him by accusing him of inappropriate behavior with a female student. We get the entire story via flashbacks, along with his present-day interviews with the police where he appears to tell them how he exacted revenge. The story is clever and tricky, requiring the reader to pay full attention to the action. Excellent!
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September 11, 2025LOVED IT!
I think this was my favorite if i this author's work. He wove this story so masterfully that I couldn't put it down. It only took me two nights to read and I wouldn't dare go to sleep because I didn't want to stop reading.
The way the main character has his life ruined, only to get revenge on in such poetically just ways is amazing.
I simply can't write this review without giving spoilers, so, just READ IT ALREADY!!
I think this was my favorite if i this author's work. He wove this story so masterfully that I couldn't put it down. It only took me two nights to read and I wouldn't dare go to sleep because I didn't want to stop reading.
The way the main character has his life ruined, only to get revenge on in such poetically just ways is amazing.
I simply can't write this review without giving spoilers, so, just READ IT ALREADY!!
October 26, 2025
Excellent read! Had me at the edge of my seat!!
Always excited when I find a good author on my kindle unlimited subscription. The main character easily illicits sympathy as many of us have had not so good things happen to us that were not in our control and not fair. His meticulous planning was exciting to follow, I just wish he would have had a more hopeful conclusion ( hence the 4 stars.) Will for sure check out other books by this author. Highly recommend!!
Always excited when I find a good author on my kindle unlimited subscription. The main character easily illicits sympathy as many of us have had not so good things happen to us that were not in our control and not fair. His meticulous planning was exciting to follow, I just wish he would have had a more hopeful conclusion ( hence the 4 stars.) Will for sure check out other books by this author. Highly recommend!!
January 5, 2026
As usual, Per did it again. Quick and captivating read. My heart ached for Eddie throughout this book because he was a victim. “A man can lose everything because of something he never did” and that’s exactly what happened to him. And the ending- I felt like I knew where it was going, but it also wasn’t exactly what I expected. It kept me wanting to read nonstop. If it’s on your list, read it. And if it’s not, add it for a good, fast read.
November 13, 2025
This was a book club pick and damn I flew through this one. I do wish that this one was longer as I wanted it to go in more depth for each individual. But other than that I had a fun time reading it. I did guess the plot twist at the end but it was still fun twist. I will definitely be reading more books by this author
November 23, 2025
Lets talk about morally gray and I am 100% HERE FOR IT! This book is dark, emotional, and haunting in the best way. The tension never lets up. The character depth is insane and Per makes sure you feel every ounce of pain, rage, and descent into the darkness with each page. I couldn't stop reading it was just so good.
I cannot stop thinking about it. Highly recommend.
I cannot stop thinking about it. Highly recommend.
December 1, 2025
This was a great read! I loved going back and forth between the interrogation and the events that lead to it. The chapters were great lengths. The characters were well developed (just enough info). That ending...loved it!
I would definitely recommend this book! And the author, for that matter! I have quickly become a huge fan of theirs!
I would definitely recommend this book! And the author, for that matter! I have quickly become a huge fan of theirs!
December 6, 2025
Not the thriller I was expecting ... but it was thrilling!
Every chapter revealed another twist you didn't see coming. Great depiction of the devastation caused by deceitful allegations and a brilliant plot for revenge. The characters were well developed. I pitied the victims and despised the villains. This was a fast and fun read from start to finish.
Every chapter revealed another twist you didn't see coming. Great depiction of the devastation caused by deceitful allegations and a brilliant plot for revenge. The characters were well developed. I pitied the victims and despised the villains. This was a fast and fun read from start to finish.
December 24, 2025
This is a fantastic dark story of revenge, made even darker by the realization that some elements of the tale could actually happen. This might be one of those occasions where you find yourself rooting for the "bad guy," at least sometimes, as you sympathize with Weaver and his situation, becoming invested in what set him on his path of revenge and exactly what he plans to do about it.
August 29, 2025
Revenge
I love a good revenge story . the only problem I had was that there were multiple spacing in between words that were far apart , meaning the book wasn't proof read . Great read though
I love a good revenge story . the only problem I had was that there were multiple spacing in between words that were far apart , meaning the book wasn't proof read . Great read though
September 13, 2025
Awesome
Just what we all want at one time or another. Genius. Will look for more by this brilliant author. Plato was wrong - most of us wouldn't do it. But its nice to hear about some who would. This review is going on too long.
Just what we all want at one time or another. Genius. Will look for more by this brilliant author. Plato was wrong - most of us wouldn't do it. But its nice to hear about some who would. This review is going on too long.
October 12, 2025
Rating 3.5/5
I love a good revenge plot! This one was okay, the revenge could’ve been more interesting.. for instance, Kelly (she’s the one that basically ruined everything for him) didn’t get it half as bad as the others, but i guess it all worked in his favor.
I love a good revenge plot! This one was okay, the revenge could’ve been more interesting.. for instance, Kelly (she’s the one that basically ruined everything for him) didn’t get it half as bad as the others, but i guess it all worked in his favor.
November 1, 2025
This is a fast read, one you won’t want to put down. It’s about a man, Eddie Weaver, married, teaching at the local high school- that is, until he’s set up. He loses everything, and in that he seeks vengeance, and he goes about it very methodically.
September 6, 2025
Weaver
Bravo this was great fast read
OMG I couldn’t read it fast enough I commend you for a very enjoyable experience and added to my must read author thank you
Bravo this was great fast read
OMG I couldn’t read it fast enough I commend you for a very enjoyable experience and added to my must read author thank you
September 11, 2025
WOW
What a great book. Read it in two nights, I couldn’t put it down. I never expected the ending. I highly recommend it!
What a great book. Read it in two nights, I couldn’t put it down. I never expected the ending. I highly recommend it!
September 12, 2025
loved this book. hands down one of the best
September 17, 2025
Four stars because it was too short.
This book was amazing, one of those “I wish I’d thought of that” though I did hope Weaver would have a happy ending….
Who knows, maybe he did?
This book was amazing, one of those “I wish I’d thought of that” though I did hope Weaver would have a happy ending….
Who knows, maybe he did?
October 4, 2025
Exceptional read
I devoured this book. I also loved that it had an ending. I’m sorry it had to end because I will miss this story.Thank you
I devoured this book. I also loved that it had an ending. I’m sorry it had to end because I will miss this story.Thank you
October 18, 2025
I was wondering
Great read, was wondering if he'd let it go. I wouldn't, did think he framed him. Would have loved for him to live. But I wouldn't have . Anyhow !
Great read, was wondering if he'd let it go. I wouldn't, did think he framed him. Would have loved for him to live. But I wouldn't have . Anyhow !
October 18, 2025
I like this Author. This book was good, had some suspense. I wish it was longer
October 28, 2025
WOW!
Beautifully plotted and exquisitely carried out, the revenge in this book will take your breath away. I read this book in one sitting, it’s that good!
Beautifully plotted and exquisitely carried out, the revenge in this book will take your breath away. I read this book in one sitting, it’s that good!
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