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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
I enjoyed this book. The only issue I had was the ending. I wish it continued on to explain more of Gemma and Ty’s story.
Strange as it sounds, I never wanted it to end!
I love psychology, and the theories behind Stockholm's Syndrome fascinate me, however, SO MANY PEOPLE loved and recommended this book to me since I shelved a copy in 2010 that I was wary to try.
Could a book about a kidnapped girl and her kidnapper really mean so much to so many people? How in the world could that be?!
I suppose it's because, like Gemma, the Stolen One, the reader begins to fall prey, (or simply fall?) for the kidnapper, Ty, along the way. Like a trick of the light, or a sense of deja vu, the way in which I began to cherish the wild descriptions of the Australian Bush and Ty's lonely, vivid personality were subtle and sharp in pairs.
Occasionally I would feel physically ill, grimacing or grinding my teeth when I thought of what had happened to young Gemma, how her life was being manipulated, and at other times I felt a need to ship the odd couple and experience a true Gemma-Ty love story.
Absolutely one of the most fantastic thriller/psych/contemp novels I've ever read... er, listened to.
Audio Review:
I adored this narrator; she never once slipped in her multiple accents, each falling easily from her lips, allowing her voice to inhabit Londoner Gemma, Australian Ty, and British Mum. She narrated perfectly, and I was entranced by both the story and the tones that only enhanced the plot.
I love psychology, and the theories behind Stockholm's Syndrome fascinate me, however, SO MANY PEOPLE loved and recommended this book to me since I shelved a copy in 2010 that I was wary to try.
Could a book about a kidnapped girl and her kidnapper really mean so much to so many people? How in the world could that be?!
I suppose it's because, like Gemma, the Stolen One, the reader begins to fall prey, (or simply fall?) for the kidnapper, Ty, along the way. Like a trick of the light, or a sense of deja vu, the way in which I began to cherish the wild descriptions of the Australian Bush and Ty's lonely, vivid personality were subtle and sharp in pairs.
Occasionally I would feel physically ill, grimacing or grinding my teeth when I thought of what had happened to young Gemma, how her life was being manipulated, and at other times I felt a need to ship the odd couple and experience a true Gemma-Ty love story.
Absolutely one of the most fantastic thriller/psych/contemp novels I've ever read... er, listened to.
Audio Review:
I adored this narrator; she never once slipped in her multiple accents, each falling easily from her lips, allowing her voice to inhabit Londoner Gemma, Australian Ty, and British Mum. She narrated perfectly, and I was entranced by both the story and the tones that only enhanced the plot.
Gemma is in an airport in Bangkok on her way to Vietnam with her family when she's abducted. Her abductor-Ty- has watched her for years without her knowledge and when he finds an opportunity, he takes it. Gemma's uncertain about what happened at first, but realizes Ty took her to Australia and the middle of nowhere in one fell swoop. Determined to escape, she tries everything until she realizes he's right. It's impossible. Ty shows her the beauty of the Outback and makes a deal with Gemma. If she agrees to give it a try, he'll take her back. Should she trust that he's telling the truth?
The book is written in first person, but Gemma is writing to Ty to explain how she felt about what happened and why she has to do what's necessary. She gets bitten by a snake and he has to rush her back to civilization to save her life, getting caught at the same time. She insists it isn't Stockholm Syndrome, but is conflicted about what to do. Not a lot goes on, but still a page-turner. It will appeal more to those who are looking for a good story and won't be bothered by some of the inconsistencies.
The book is written in first person, but Gemma is writing to Ty to explain how she felt about what happened and why she has to do what's necessary. She gets bitten by a snake and he has to rush her back to civilization to save her life, getting caught at the same time. She insists it isn't Stockholm Syndrome, but is conflicted about what to do. Not a lot goes on, but still a page-turner. It will appeal more to those who are looking for a good story and won't be bothered by some of the inconsistencies.
"Stolen" is written as a letter from 16-year-old Gemma to Ty, the man who kidnapped her from a Bangkok airport and took her to the home he built for her in an isolated Australian desert. Gemma gradually grows to understand and even appreciate Ty's motivations. As a reader, it's also hard not to like some things about him, even though you know you shouldn't.
At first this book reminded me of Chevy Stevens "Still Missing", but the only common ground is that they are both kidnapping stories told from a creative perspective. Yes, "Stolen" is twisted, but it's in a nice, almost sweet Twizzler kind of way. It's PG-13 instead of a solid R. I think you'll like it!
At first this book reminded me of Chevy Stevens "Still Missing", but the only common ground is that they are both kidnapping stories told from a creative perspective. Yes, "Stolen" is twisted, but it's in a nice, almost sweet Twizzler kind of way. It's PG-13 instead of a solid R. I think you'll like it!
It's just a fight with her parents, a stop at the coffee shop, and a stranger who offers to pay...but suddenly Gemma's been kidnapped. She's been drugged. She's been taken to the middle of nowhere. And the man who's taken her has wanted her - and watched her - for years. He seems to know her story almost better than she knows it herself. And as the hours turn into days, and the days turn into weeks, he opens up to Gemma - and she finds herself somehow, unbelievably, opening up to him. But how can she possibly have feelings for someone who's torn her away from everything she's ever known? And if she finally has the chance to escape...will she want to?
Stolen wasn't the book I expected. I thought it would be more gripping, more darkly chilling, than I actually found it. It's not the kind of on-the-edge-of-my-seat book that had me flipping pages madly to find out what happened next. But it is a very interesting psychological look at the intricate and twisted relationship between a captive and her abductor.
My full review is at my blog: A Tapestry of Words.
Stolen wasn't the book I expected. I thought it would be more gripping, more darkly chilling, than I actually found it. It's not the kind of on-the-edge-of-my-seat book that had me flipping pages madly to find out what happened next. But it is a very interesting psychological look at the intricate and twisted relationship between a captive and her abductor.
My full review is at my blog: A Tapestry of Words.
Finished this book in biology class and it was a mistake because I couldn't hold back tears and I didnt want anyone to see😂
It was so emotional and every page gripped me!!
It was so emotional and every page gripped me!!
I really need this book to be a movie <3 I'm in love with this story. For sure one of my top 10 books as of right now!
4.25/5 stars
I didn't expect to enjoy this book so much!! It took me a little bit to get into it (I think I'm the only one that had this problem), but once I did, I couldn't put it down. I like the writing style, and how the book is written as a letter to Gemma's stalker. I found the concepts that the book explored really interesting, such as Stockholm syndrome and just the conflicting feelings that a kidnapping victim experiences. The way that the book is written is so raw and real and makes the reader go through the same emotions as Gemma. You start to feel like maybe Ty isn't so bad, and then you feel guilty and grossed out at yourself for thinking so. Definitely worth the read. It's an important topic to read about and educate yourself on.
I didn't expect to enjoy this book so much!! It took me a little bit to get into it (I think I'm the only one that had this problem), but once I did, I couldn't put it down. I like the writing style, and how the book is written as a letter to Gemma's stalker. I found the concepts that the book explored really interesting, such as Stockholm syndrome and just the conflicting feelings that a kidnapping victim experiences. The way that the book is written is so raw and real and makes the reader go through the same emotions as Gemma. You start to feel like maybe Ty isn't so bad, and then you feel guilty and grossed out at yourself for thinking so. Definitely worth the read. It's an important topic to read about and educate yourself on.
I wanted to love this book, I did. But I could not get into it for the life of me. I think my hopes were too high going into it.