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The Locked Ward
by Sarah Pekkanen
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martin's Press for the advanced reader's copy of The Locked Ward.
As a sister to a sister, I’m always drawn to stories that explore sibling relationships. Especially ones that dig into the emotional complexities and fierce bonds that define them. The Locked Ward absolutely hit that mark for me. Sarah Pekkanen has crafted a gripping and heartfelt story that pulled me in from the very beginning.
The tension and pacing kept me turning the pages, but what truly stood out was the emotional depth between the characters. Especially the way sisterhood was portrayed. It felt real, raw, and relatable at times. The setting of the psychiatric ward added an intense, unsettling layer that raised the stakes without overshadowing the human story at the center.
This book stayed with me long after I finished the last page. Highly recommended for anyone who loves emotional thrillers with a strong psychological element and even stronger character dynamics.
As a sister to a sister, I’m always drawn to stories that explore sibling relationships. Especially ones that dig into the emotional complexities and fierce bonds that define them. The Locked Ward absolutely hit that mark for me. Sarah Pekkanen has crafted a gripping and heartfelt story that pulled me in from the very beginning.
The tension and pacing kept me turning the pages, but what truly stood out was the emotional depth between the characters. Especially the way sisterhood was portrayed. It felt real, raw, and relatable at times. The setting of the psychiatric ward added an intense, unsettling layer that raised the stakes without overshadowing the human story at the center.
This book stayed with me long after I finished the last page. Highly recommended for anyone who loves emotional thrillers with a strong psychological element and even stronger character dynamics.