A review by jkjoy_books
Pretty Polly: A twisty, gripping psychological suspense thriller that will keep you guessing! by Abby Davies

mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

 Pretty Polly is a psychological thriller that keeps readers glued to the pages. The story involves the psychologist, Jessie, who treats a teenage girl called Polly, who has wounded herself and screams for her help. Jessie sets out to uncover the cause of Polly’s many problems, but she is met with brutal personal remarks that make her feel threatened in her own home.

The tension is heightened when three bodies are found, and the killer is running loose. The tension continues to grow because it becomes evident that someone deliberately intends to target Jessie, though the identity of this someone remains eerily vague.

Davies delivers a chilling story of monsters that may hide even behind the most harmless-looking masks. The plot is constructed skillfully and will capture the readers' attention from the first page. This is intensified by the vivid characters and an evocative, unsettling mood.

With the increase in the attacks on Jessie, no one is secure, and the psychologist is in haste to reveal the identity of the killer before they become a victim. This psychological thriller will send chills down your spine, and if you are a fan of the genre, you should definitely read it. Pretty Polly offers unexpected turns and twists until the last page, making the reader gasp for air. So that you know, I read Davies’s book Arrietty and found it amazing! In my opinion, she is an excellent writer.

Thank you to the author and Booksirens for allowing me to read and review this book.