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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
dark
tense
This is an absolutely thrilling read! What a plot! What twists! I was on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen when the truth was discovered, then again when the darker secrets were uncovered, and then the author throws out a few more twists and I was just so relieved that the truth was finally out. I was so relieved for everyone!
I absolutely loved the protagonist. To have had such an awful life, and then to get thrown in at such a deep end when all she wanted was a sense of normality and belonging- it was just so sad what she went through before and including the nightmare she found herself in.
The writing here is top notch. The pace is perfect. The characters are believable and feel real - even those who only appear in short bursts. The tension is palpable and keeps building. The story is compelling intriguing, shocking, disturbing, amazing and so well done that it feels like I've just watched a movie instead of read a book. And I love that - when I can immerse myself in a book so deeply that it plays out in my mind, that's when I know I'm reading something great.
I can't wait to see other people's reactions to this when it's published. I know it's one I'll definitely read again, recommend and that will stick with me as a great read.
Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review
I absolutely loved the protagonist. To have had such an awful life, and then to get thrown in at such a deep end when all she wanted was a sense of normality and belonging- it was just so sad what she went through before and including the nightmare she found herself in.
The writing here is top notch. The pace is perfect. The characters are believable and feel real - even those who only appear in short bursts. The tension is palpable and keeps building. The story is compelling intriguing, shocking, disturbing, amazing and so well done that it feels like I've just watched a movie instead of read a book. And I love that - when I can immerse myself in a book so deeply that it plays out in my mind, that's when I know I'm reading something great.
I can't wait to see other people's reactions to this when it's published. I know it's one I'll definitely read again, recommend and that will stick with me as a great read.
Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Kidnapping
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was interesting but kind of predictable. I wasn't really a big fan of any of the characters. I guessed all of the twists except the last one (or last 2 technically)...and honestly one the last twists really didn't make any sense. Also HATED how the author chose to end the main character's story...didnt sit right with me at all!
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Safe by S.K. Barnett is a tense and exciting psychological thriller that drew me in from the very first page and didn’t let go until the final, exhilarating page had been turned. I knew very little about this book going in and I’m so glad I didn’t, as this is a story you need to experience for yourself. It’s dark, twisted and not always an easy read, but is one of those tales that I know will stay with me for a long time to come.
Twelve years ago, six year old Jenny Kristal was snatched in broad daylight as she walked to a friend’s house, only a short distance from where she lived. But now, after escaping from her kidnappers, Jenny is back. But as she settles back into a life she barely remembers, questions begin to mount. Where has Jenny been all these years? How did she find her way back home? Why has she suddenly resurfaced now? And the most important question of all…
Is she safe?
This is not an easy review to write, as it’s difficult to say too much without giving something away. But suffice to say this is a book that took me by surprise more than once as the story unfolded and the truth of what had happened to Jenny finally began to be revealed. The tension is palpable as the suspense ratchets up to breaking point, the cleverly woven plot making my pulse race and keeping me on my toes throughout.
There is no doubt that S.K. Barnett knows how to write a superb psychological thriller. I was blown away by the strength of his writing, and found the story so compelling that once started I could not put this tense and suspense filled thriller down.
A must read!
Twelve years ago, six year old Jenny Kristal was snatched in broad daylight as she walked to a friend’s house, only a short distance from where she lived. But now, after escaping from her kidnappers, Jenny is back. But as she settles back into a life she barely remembers, questions begin to mount. Where has Jenny been all these years? How did she find her way back home? Why has she suddenly resurfaced now? And the most important question of all…
Is she safe?
This is not an easy review to write, as it’s difficult to say too much without giving something away. But suffice to say this is a book that took me by surprise more than once as the story unfolded and the truth of what had happened to Jenny finally began to be revealed. The tension is palpable as the suspense ratchets up to breaking point, the cleverly woven plot making my pulse race and keeping me on my toes throughout.
There is no doubt that S.K. Barnett knows how to write a superb psychological thriller. I was blown away by the strength of his writing, and found the story so compelling that once started I could not put this tense and suspense filled thriller down.
A must read!
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes