‘Never Trust The Husband� -- or anyone, for that matter. Especially when your former friend and your husband/spouse decide ** Happy Publishing Day! **
‘Never Trust The Husband� -- or anyone, for that matter. Especially when your former friend and your husband/spouse decide to get married after your death. Can you think of two shadier individuals than that? (Yes, that is a rhetorical question.)
This psychological thriller is a proper page-turner. It’s fast-paced with brief chapters, unreliable characters, and red flags popping at every turn that keep you guessing on the edge of the cliff your seat until the very end.
I’ve struggled with non-linear timelines and dual POV formats in the past, but in this case, watching the drama unfold through Rebecca and Madeline’s chapters was pure entertainment. Each one possessed little lies, secrets, and other tantalizing details that I always find so delightful in this genre.
That being said, I’m not entirely convinced that the central storyline is plausible, but it was enough to suspend my disbelief without completely dismissing it. This could partially be due to having one of my suspicions confirmed (a small victory!) that seemed more believable. Altogether, it made for a unique and addictive story, especially when you're desperate for answers and are met with unforeseen twists and more questions along the way.
Mmm� lots of cringy close quarter situations but I can’t say I cared THAT much. Peter Swanson’s stories are addicting and [some of] his characters areMmm� lots of cringy close quarter situations but I can’t say I cared THAT much. Peter Swanson’s stories are addicting and [some of] his characters are sick in the head that I guess I just can’t get enough!(?) ...more
My self-imposed stress levels were at an all time high with this book. It was tense, multi-layered, creepy AF, and I just couldn’t get enough. I’m alsMy self-imposed stress levels were at an all time high with this book. It was tense, multi-layered, creepy AF, and I just couldn’t get enough. I’m also a sucker for badass female protagonists and their [space] dog.
Gosh... I had such high hopes for loving this book. It drew me in from the start and I was completely enthralled! The suspense of waiting for the shocGosh... I had such high hopes for loving this book. It drew me in from the start and I was completely enthralled! The suspense of waiting for the shocking conclusion, the unforeseen plot twist of the story; it all turned out to be remarkably disappointing.
I'm learning fast that slow-burn stories might not be my cup of English tea but this distinctive writing style might resonate more for those that are fans of Lucy Foley.
Rounding up a half-star here for the unique integration of podcast extracts. It was a clever and tasteful element in establishing a creepy and ominous setting....more
There’s thriller and then there’s horror. This story was like an R-rated snogging sesh between the two that ultimately led to a bone-chilling and spinThere’s thriller and then there’s horror. This story was like an R-rated snogging sesh between the two that ultimately led to a bone-chilling and spine-tingling reading experience.
Christa and her boyfriend, Kiernan, join a private tour group and set out on what they expect to be a romantic winter getaway together but when the tour bus is at an impasse after encountering a fallen tree in their path, the travelers take shelter in a vacant hunting cabin nearby to wait out the unyielding snowstorm that rages across the region. After that first night, people really start to lose their heads. Tension builds and trust dissolves. What follows is a gripping tale of nine strangers fighting to survive while being hunted by a killer.
The story is told from Christa’s POV and the short, intense chapters end on cliffhangers that compel you to read just a little bit more until it becomes an addiction to devour the entire novel.
At about the halfway mark, I figured out the identity of ‘the butcher� without an inch of doubt but, naturally, I needed my accusation validated so I burned through the rest of the book� and the midnight oil. The action and suspense were so well-executed that I couldn’t put it down. I was completely on the edge of my seat until the very end. I mean, who wouldn’t love to see how a deadly cat-and-mouse game plays out in the frigid, isolated terrain of the Rocky Mountains? I would also like to think that this book is an intact head nod to Agatha Christie’s classic whodunits to further add to its appeal.
Overall, this successful and suspenseful winter thriller really is a must-read. Add it to your TBR and be sure to check it out as soon as it releases in July!
My genuine and heartfelt thanks to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for sharing this advance copy with me in exchange for my honest and unbiased review....more
Well, what a winding labyrinth of lies and secrets this was! Just when you think you’re approaching a conclusion, you’re hit with another shocking turWell, what a winding labyrinth of lies and secrets this was! Just when you think you’re approaching a conclusion, you’re hit with another shocking turn. I’ll need to absorb this one for a beat� bbl.
3 stars for the first half / 4 stars for the last half...more
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