Into the Water is a psychological thriller by Paula Hawkins, published in 2017. The novel is set in a small town called Beckford, which is situated near a river that has claimed the lives of numerous women over the years. The story begins with the death of a single mother named Nel Abbott, who is found floating in the river. Nel’s estranged sister, Jules, returns … Continue reading Book Review: Into the Water by Paula Hawkins (2017)
The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins is a psychological thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very end. The novel follows Rachel Watson, a woman who has recently divorced her husband, Tom, after he cheated on her with his now-wife, Anna. Rachel is an alcoholic and spends her days riding the train, watching the houses and people go by. She becomes particularly fixated … Continue reading Book Review: The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins (2015)
Louise O’Neill is an Irish author born in 1985. She is best known for her novels Asking for It, Only Ever Yours, Almost Love, and After the Silence. Her books deal with issues such as feminism, sexual violence, and societal pressures placed on women. Louise O’Neill studied English at Trinity College Dublin and worked as a freelance journalist before publishing her first novel, Only Ever … Continue reading Book Review: After the Silence by Louise O’Neill (2020)
Nine Perfect Strangers is a mystery novel by Liane Moriarty that explores the psychological struggles of a group of people who attend a wellness retreat. The novel follows the story of nine strangers who arrive at Tranquillum House, a remote health resort, each with their own reasons for seeking a retreat. However, their expectations are quickly shattered when they realize that the resort’s director, Masha, … Continue reading Book Review: Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty (2018)
The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager is a psychological thriller that incorporates the elements of a locked-room mystery to create a gripping and suspenseful story. The novel follows the story of Emma Davis, a young artist who returns to the summer camp where she spent her teenage years, hoping to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of her three cabin mates, who vanished … Continue reading Book Review: The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sanger (2018)
The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton is a mind-bending murder mystery that takes place over the course of a single day. The book follows a man named Aiden Bishop, who wakes up in the body of a different guest at a sprawling country estate every day. He is tasked with solving the murder of Evelyn Hardcastle, which will break the cycle … Continue reading Book Review: The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton (2019)
The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware is a psychological thriller novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. The story follows the protagonist, Lo Blacklock, a travel journalist who is given the opportunity to cover the maiden voyage of a luxury cruise ship, the Aurora Borealis. However, her dream assignment quickly turns into a nightmare when … Continue reading Book Review: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware (2016)
Golden Age of Detective Fiction 