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3.5
This is a very well written and atmospheric story. The beginning and the end were fast paced but the middle section really dragged. I found Elisa to be a selfish character withholding important information for 19 months that can help find her daughter. The epilogue also ends on a loose end which is frustrating. I will still recommend this and will pick up books by the author in future.
This is a very well written and atmospheric story. The beginning and the end were fast paced but the middle section really dragged. I found Elisa to be a selfish character withholding important information for 19 months that can help find her daughter. The epilogue also ends on a loose end which is frustrating. I will still recommend this and will pick up books by the author in future.
Really good, took me a while to get into fully as some of the characters I found a bit boring. However the story was really gripping but it did get a bit predictable near the end. I would suggest giving this book a go however the names of places can be a bit hard to identify as the author was from Norway so bare this in mind!
Was a good,engaging psychological thriller, which kept me guessing till perhaps the first three quarters.. Story of a 7 year old child abducted while at a play date ,is sure to send scary shivers along all parents' spines and make us realize how our actions can affect innocent lives.
I could also use this to fulfill a challenge ( Arm chair travel- to Norway .)
I could also use this to fulfill a challenge ( Arm chair travel- to Norway .)
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Really loved this book! The writing was something I had to get used to but, the storyline was very clever and unique. Parts got a little long winded and dragged on. However, I loved it completely.
Playdate is an incredibly emotional story of a child abduction from what seemed to be a completely safe environment. It is also a story of mother’s love, grief, revenge, mistrust, deep secrets and horrible consequences of a single mistake.
As always Alex Dahl’s writing is delightful for me to read. I am a big fan of her novels and the newest addition did not disappoint me. Unlikeable, compelling characters, horrifying atmosphere of kidnapping and a chilling plot make Playdate an extremely well written thriller. The book is an excellent study of a human behaviour and psychology insight into the choice of actions.
Well paced, full of twists and hard breaking story that I had no idea were it was heading. Brilliant read I would definitely recommend.
I am a huge fan of Alex Dahl but must admit Playdate is my favourite so far.
As always Alex Dahl’s writing is delightful for me to read. I am a big fan of her novels and the newest addition did not disappoint me. Unlikeable, compelling characters, horrifying atmosphere of kidnapping and a chilling plot make Playdate an extremely well written thriller. The book is an excellent study of a human behaviour and psychology insight into the choice of actions.
Well paced, full of twists and hard breaking story that I had no idea were it was heading. Brilliant read I would definitely recommend.
I am a huge fan of Alex Dahl but must admit Playdate is my favourite so far.
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content