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Blink: A psychological thriller with a killer twist you'll never forget
K.L. Slater
3.66 AVERAGE
247 reviews for:
Blink: A psychological thriller with a killer twist you'll never forget
K.L. Slater
3.66 AVERAGE
Blink is a story about a mother Toni , whose daughter Evie was kidnapped 3 years ago , the child was only 5 when she got taken away .
The way the story is written , is between a hospital bed in present day , and the life of Toni 3 years ago , and all the events that lead to the kidnapping , as we step in their lives more , we know that Toni has only just moved in to a new town , to get a fresh start , we get to know all the people in her life , and the more we read , we start suspecting everyone .
The thrill in the book is amazing as it keeps you on edge , the ending though felt rushed and illogical in my opinion .
The way the story is written , is between a hospital bed in present day , and the life of Toni 3 years ago , and all the events that lead to the kidnapping , as we step in their lives more , we know that Toni has only just moved in to a new town , to get a fresh start , we get to know all the people in her life , and the more we read , we start suspecting everyone .
The thrill in the book is amazing as it keeps you on edge , the ending though felt rushed and illogical in my opinion .
I listened to the audio book version and really enjoyed it. There were some parts I felt like were dragged out a little longer than necessary, but overall it was a good read (or listen). I had an inkling of what might be going on early on in the book, but the author did a great job of writing characters who could have each had their own motivation for the kidnapping, which kept me guessing the whole time. I'd definitely read more by this author.
It won't win any awards but it kept me interested and I enjoyed the audiobook.
Ni aimé ni détesté. Un roman qui ne m'a fait ni chaud ni froid, je me suis même parfois un peu ennuyée. Je m'attendais à un thriller plus prenant, palpitant.
La fin me laisse très dubitative et je trouve cela tiré par les cheveux, le seul point positif par rapport au dénouement c'est qu'on ne s'y attend pas du tout.
La fin me laisse très dubitative et je trouve cela tiré par les cheveux, le seul point positif par rapport au dénouement c'est qu'on ne s'y attend pas du tout.
While I think the storyline was good, but it dragged on and on. I had such a hard time sticking with this book. None of the characters were like able except Dale, and some of the details were pointless. I could have read the first 5 and last 10 chapters and been perfectly fine. When I finally got to the end… it was disappointing. Not one I would recommend.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
K.L. Slater is a new author to me so I was full of excitement and apprehension when I first started to read Blink. To say I was blown away is a bit of an understatement really…
Recently widowed Toni and her young daughter, Evie are leaving their old life behind and moving to Nottingham. Toni’s mum lives locally and feels her daughter and granddaughter both need a fresh start. They have a house, Evie is offered a place at St Saviour’s primary school and Toni manages to find a small part time job in a local estate agents doing what she loves. But Toni has a secret. A secret which she believes only she knows about. But others are watching and they’re watching closely enough to work it out for themselves. Evie is in danger. Toni’s secret has made her daughter the centre of someone else’s attention and it’s all Toni’s fault…
Outstandingly good! This is the first book I’ve read in a while that I’ve really immersed myself in. I went through so many emotions whilst reading which always makes a book a favourite read for me. There were times I felt genuine sadness and empathy for Toni, and other times I despised her and wanted to give her a good shake! The chapters are either set in the present day or three years ago and told from several different perspectives. The chapters narrated by Evie broke my heart, pure and simple. K.L. Slater manages to write the 5 year old voice so incredibly well that I was near to tears at times. I should add that I have a 6 year daughter myself so I could easily picture her speaking in a similar way to Evie and having similar thoughts.
The tagline of this book is no understatement; a gripping psychological thriller with a killer twist you’ll never forget. It sounds like marketing mumbo jumbo and something you should take with a pinch of salt. Let me tell you though, the tagline, it’s true. There is a brilliantly crafted twist which makes this book go from a great read to a ‘fantastic, remember it for some time to come read’. I couldn’t quite believe what I was reading and had to go back and re-read the section again. It happens so subtly, so beautifully that you almost miss it…only to realise shortly afterwards what is going on. Superb writing!
Would I recommend this book? Of course I would. It’s a completely mesmerising tale which I devoured from it’s shocking buzzing start to it’s explosive end. I can’t wait to read more from K.L. Slater. She’s definitely on my ‘authors to watch’ list now. The characters make this story; from the repulsive TA, Miss Watson to Bryony, the overbearing, hateful boss to Toni, the barely coping, newly single mother. All brilliant, all wonderfully written. Blink gave me goosebumps.
Five out of five stars.
I chose to read and review an eARC of Blink. My thanks to Bookouture and K.L. Slater for providing me with a copy. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion.
Recently widowed Toni and her young daughter, Evie are leaving their old life behind and moving to Nottingham. Toni’s mum lives locally and feels her daughter and granddaughter both need a fresh start. They have a house, Evie is offered a place at St Saviour’s primary school and Toni manages to find a small part time job in a local estate agents doing what she loves. But Toni has a secret. A secret which she believes only she knows about. But others are watching and they’re watching closely enough to work it out for themselves. Evie is in danger. Toni’s secret has made her daughter the centre of someone else’s attention and it’s all Toni’s fault…
Outstandingly good! This is the first book I’ve read in a while that I’ve really immersed myself in. I went through so many emotions whilst reading which always makes a book a favourite read for me. There were times I felt genuine sadness and empathy for Toni, and other times I despised her and wanted to give her a good shake! The chapters are either set in the present day or three years ago and told from several different perspectives. The chapters narrated by Evie broke my heart, pure and simple. K.L. Slater manages to write the 5 year old voice so incredibly well that I was near to tears at times. I should add that I have a 6 year daughter myself so I could easily picture her speaking in a similar way to Evie and having similar thoughts.
The tagline of this book is no understatement; a gripping psychological thriller with a killer twist you’ll never forget. It sounds like marketing mumbo jumbo and something you should take with a pinch of salt. Let me tell you though, the tagline, it’s true. There is a brilliantly crafted twist which makes this book go from a great read to a ‘fantastic, remember it for some time to come read’. I couldn’t quite believe what I was reading and had to go back and re-read the section again. It happens so subtly, so beautifully that you almost miss it…only to realise shortly afterwards what is going on. Superb writing!
Would I recommend this book? Of course I would. It’s a completely mesmerising tale which I devoured from it’s shocking buzzing start to it’s explosive end. I can’t wait to read more from K.L. Slater. She’s definitely on my ‘authors to watch’ list now. The characters make this story; from the repulsive TA, Miss Watson to Bryony, the overbearing, hateful boss to Toni, the barely coping, newly single mother. All brilliant, all wonderfully written. Blink gave me goosebumps.
Five out of five stars.
I chose to read and review an eARC of Blink. My thanks to Bookouture and K.L. Slater for providing me with a copy. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion.
Definitely a twisty book, but just meh at the “gripping turn of events” at the end. I was able to guess what was going to happen based on foreshadowing clues throughout the story, and it was just an overall OK read.
Blink by K.L. Slater is a psychological thriller that takes you on a roller coaster ride filled with unseen twists and turns. It grabs you from the first page and doesn’t spit you out until the end. It gradually unfolds filled with characters that seem creepy. All who could be the one.
Toni’s 5-year-old daughter, Evie, is having a difficult time adjusting to the sudden death of her father. Toni has moved to be closer to her mother for what little support she can offer and is trying to start over as a single mother. However, Eve soon disappears from school and for 3 years the search for her is unsuccessful. With no witnesses, and no trace of Evie, the police have never found her. Now, “locked in” following a severe stroke, she knows who has taken Eve, but unable to move or speak, how can she tell?
Exploring what it would be like to be “locked in” following a stroke adds to the horror of the situation. Knowing the answers and unable to speak or communicate in any way, can she find Eve in time, or will they unplug the machines keeping her alive.
At times, this book seemed to repeat itself but keep reading. The feelings of helplessness and desperation continue to build and when things finally unwind, the reader is in for a shock that they didn’t see coming. It was a great book to read.
I received a ARC of this book from NetGalley and Bookouture with no obligation to review it. This is my honest review after reading,
Toni’s 5-year-old daughter, Evie, is having a difficult time adjusting to the sudden death of her father. Toni has moved to be closer to her mother for what little support she can offer and is trying to start over as a single mother. However, Eve soon disappears from school and for 3 years the search for her is unsuccessful. With no witnesses, and no trace of Evie, the police have never found her. Now, “locked in” following a severe stroke, she knows who has taken Eve, but unable to move or speak, how can she tell?
Exploring what it would be like to be “locked in” following a stroke adds to the horror of the situation. Knowing the answers and unable to speak or communicate in any way, can she find Eve in time, or will they unplug the machines keeping her alive.
At times, this book seemed to repeat itself but keep reading. The feelings of helplessness and desperation continue to build and when things finally unwind, the reader is in for a shock that they didn’t see coming. It was a great book to read.
I received a ARC of this book from NetGalley and Bookouture with no obligation to review it. This is my honest review after reading,
Amazing read. It had me trying to work everything out, but I was still absolutely shocked with the plot twist.