A review by elvenpanther
The Poison Thread by Laura Purcell

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

 I really enjoyed this novel, right from the start. I loved the Victorian feel of it and the way the author unfolded both Ruth and Dorothea's stories. While I picked up on some of the clues for the pilot's twists fairly quickly, I was still a bit surprised at the turn that the ending took. 
Ruth's life was full of so much sorrow and pain and while I appreciated the peace of mind that was given to her at the end, I still wish things had ended differently for her. However, the direction that the author chose gave way for a more emotional reading experience.
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