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jordane91 's review for:
A Killing Cold
by Kate Alice Marshall
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I received my copy of A Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall as an early release through Book of the Month club. It ended up being such a good read. I would describe it as a mystery and a thriller all wrapped up in one. I couldn’t put it down!
The story follows Theodora Scott, who’s swept into a whirlwind romance with Connor Dalton and agrees to spend the winter with his family at their secluded estate, Idlewood. But from the moment she arrives, something feels off. There is definitely suspense and plot twists around every corner.
Marshall does an incredible job setting the mood, making Idlewood feel just as much a character as the people in the story. The isolation, the creeping unease, and the slow unraveling of Theo’s past create an intense atmosphere that hooked me right away. The pacing kept me engaged the whole time. Theo is a solid protagonist, and I appreciated her determination to uncover the truth, even when it put her in danger.
A Killing Cold delivered exactly what I was hoping for: a chilling, fast-paced thriller with plenty of suspense and a great ending. Definitely worth reading if you enjoy psychological mystery thrillers!
The story follows Theodora Scott, who’s swept into a whirlwind romance with Connor Dalton and agrees to spend the winter with his family at their secluded estate, Idlewood. But from the moment she arrives, something feels off. There is definitely suspense and plot twists around every corner.
Marshall does an incredible job setting the mood, making Idlewood feel just as much a character as the people in the story. The isolation, the creeping unease, and the slow unraveling of Theo’s past create an intense atmosphere that hooked me right away. The pacing kept me engaged the whole time. Theo is a solid protagonist, and I appreciated her determination to uncover the truth, even when it put her in danger.
A Killing Cold delivered exactly what I was hoping for: a chilling, fast-paced thriller with plenty of suspense and a great ending. Definitely worth reading if you enjoy psychological mystery thrillers!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Child abuse, Death, Physical abuse, Death of parent, Murder