A review by evelyn0309
The Birthday Present by Barbara Vine

4.0

Another great thriller by the masterful Ruth Rendell, writing as Barbara Vine. She tells you most of the facts in the first several chapters and then deliciously unfolds the story. Rendell has keen insight into the human psyche and a wealth of knowledge on British politics and society. She uses both to tell this contemporary tale of sexuality, paranoia, and life's twists and turns.

A good read all around!