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138 reviews

3.0

dark tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The Locked Door, another five-star read from Freida McFadden, captivated me with its intriguing storyline and captivating protagonist, Nora.

As a child, Nora turned her father, a serial killer, in to the authorities. Twenty-six years later, his criminal history resurfaces, causing her to grapple with strange occurrences that hint at his serial killer past. Despite reassurance from detectives when two of her patients meet a tragic end, Nora remains convinced that he has been released from prison, though he is serving multiple life sentences.

The book’s climax reveals a shocking truth that challenges Nora’s perceptions and understanding of her mother’s suicide. This revelation unravels the secrets of her father’s past and helps Nora find peace and move forward, realising that she is not the monster her father was.

Freida McFadden’s masterful storytelling keeps readers guessing until the very end. She skillfully weaves a web of intrigue, making it seem as though the culprit is within reach. However, at the last moment, the truth is unveiled, leaving readers stunned and contemplating the complexities of human nature.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am a fan of McFadden’s writing style. The short chapters and straightforward prose maintain the reader’s engagement throughout the book. The intricate plot challenges the mind, encouraging readers to piece together the evidence and uncover the truth.

This psychological thriller is a must-read for fans of easy-to-follow books that enjoy the mental stimulation of unraveling a mystery.

Under Your Scars by Ariel N. Anderson

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4.0

Three Hours by Rosamund Lupton

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challenging dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

From the very first page of Three Hours by Rosamund Lupton, you’ll be chilled to the bone. This fictional book brings the real-life significance of its story to life. I came across a quote on the back of the book from The Daily Telegraph that says, “A novel you live rather than merely read,” and I couldn’t agree more.

Three Hours is an absolute harrowing and challenging read, but the importance behind the story makes it a must-read for everyone.

This book will stay with me for the rest of my life and be a constant source of thought.

The way the author skillfully weaves the narratives through the pages is truly remarkable. You witness the way a community comes together in the face of terror, and you see the bravery of children from a young age up to the age of 18 as they enter a lockdown following an attack on their school. You experience their fear, and you fear for them. You also get to be a part of the counterterrorism policing side of things and see how they manage to secure the school’s release from lockdown.

Honestly, if there’s any book you should read this year, make it Three Hours. You’ll go through a range of emotions, and it will transform you as a person. Reading Three Hours has changed my perspective on the world and made me appreciate many things that we often take for granted. It’s a must-read, without a doubt!

The Murder After the Night Before by Katy Brent

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5.0

Billionaire Boy by David Walliams

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funny lighthearted fast-paced