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what_heather_loves's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
"There's a priest hole here, and other hidden passages like this one, dating from the sixteenth century. She can only imagine how terrifying it must have been to hide in these walls while you were being hunted, back then. But she also knows how it's possible to use these secret places to your advantage, and it's time she stopped being so passive."
A domestic, psychological thriller, it's set in two large and expensive houses, neighbours of one another in a beautiful, rural location. Character-driven, there are a number of perspectives at different times (including the police detectives), to provide context for the murder of one of the residents. The location and wealthy owners add to the claustrophobic yet expansive atmosphere. It's pacy, with plenty of action and the greedy and deceptive characters play their games; once I had a feel for the characters I was desperate to know what ws going on and who was behind it. Untrustworthy narratives, drama and red herrings abound, making this tense and involving read. This is an accomplished and complex psychological thriller, I'd recommend to those who love the genre.
A domestic, psychological thriller, it's set in two large and expensive houses, neighbours of one another in a beautiful, rural location. Character-driven, there are a number of perspectives at different times (including the police detectives), to provide context for the murder of one of the residents. The location and wealthy owners add to the claustrophobic yet expansive atmosphere. It's pacy, with plenty of action and the greedy and deceptive characters play their games; once I had a feel for the characters I was desperate to know what ws going on and who was behind it. Untrustworthy narratives, drama and red herrings abound, making this tense and involving read. This is an accomplished and complex psychological thriller, I'd recommend to those who love the genre.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Death, Grief, and Murder
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