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Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated
Jan 20, 2018 (Updated Jan 20, 2018)
Good twist at the end
Fiona Barton's thrillers are always very accessible, it truly feels like you're reading an updated whodunit. The story surrounds various women with lots of secrets, that seem to emerge after the discovery of the remains of a baby at a building site.
Emma, a neurotic writer, her cold mother Jude, the mother of a missing infant Angelica, and of course, journalist Kate Walker take centre stage in this book. Each voice is unique with Kate being driven and ambitious, Emma appearing secretive, and the fragile Angelica breaking down fairly regularly. In this way, you're unlikely to become confused as the characters are distinct.
No doubt, a lot does happen so there is a question of whether Barton may have overdone the story. However, the last twist at the end was less obvious than the others and so the story concluded satisfactorily. An enjoyable read.
Emma, a neurotic writer, her cold mother Jude, the mother of a missing infant Angelica, and of course, journalist Kate Walker take centre stage in this book. Each voice is unique with Kate being driven and ambitious, Emma appearing secretive, and the fragile Angelica breaking down fairly regularly. In this way, you're unlikely to become confused as the characters are distinct.
No doubt, a lot does happen so there is a question of whether Barton may have overdone the story. However, the last twist at the end was less obvious than the others and so the story concluded satisfactorily. An enjoyable read.
An interesting thriller
As thrillers go, this is a pretty good one. It's very well written and has you hooked and interested right from the start. The characters are well developed and all flawed in their own way, some to the point where you actually don't like them (but I get the feeling that's intended). There is a lot fitted into a fairly short book, but this isn't necessarily a negative. There are some benefits to books not dragging on for hundreds of pages more than necessary.
My only negatives are that sadly I saw the twist coming. Not straight away, but I cottoned on around 2/3 of the way through and I'm afraid I turned out to be right. I've probably read far too many books but it's a shame when you figure out the ending in advance. Also, the story goes at quite a pace but the ending seems ridiculously rushed.a massive build up and then a bit of a lacklustre ending, despite the twist.
My only negatives are that sadly I saw the twist coming. Not straight away, but I cottoned on around 2/3 of the way through and I'm afraid I turned out to be right. I've probably read far too many books but it's a shame when you figure out the ending in advance. Also, the story goes at quite a pace but the ending seems ridiculously rushed.a massive build up and then a bit of a lacklustre ending, despite the twist.

BookCritics (259 KP) rated
Jun 16, 2017
Barton's writing was very easy to read and encouraged me to read on to find out what happened in the story. The authenticity of the relationship between Jude, Emma and Will was shocking but I appreciated the honesty.
Critic- Books On My Nightstand
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: http://reviewsofbooksonmynightstand.blogspot.co.uk/2017/04/the-child-by-fiona-barton-review.html
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: http://reviewsofbooksonmynightstand.blogspot.co.uk/2017/04/the-child-by-fiona-barton-review.html
The Child reviews from people you don't follow

BookCritics (259 KP) rated
Jun 16, 2017
The author kept me interested throughout. The multiple points of view worked well, was easy to follow since the chapters were fairly short. The ending…wow didn’t see that coming. I love books that throw you for a loop and this one surely did.
Critic- LadyJ17
Original Score: 5 out of 5
Read Review: http://ladyjreadingnook.blogspot.co.uk
Original Score: 5 out of 5
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BookCritics (259 KP) rated
Jun 16, 2017
I highly recommend THE CHILD for readers looking for a psychological suspense novel that will tug on your heartstrings as much as it will keep you up all night reading.
Critic- Crime By The Book
Original Score: 4.5 out of 5
Read Review: http://crimebythebook.com/blog/2017/4/11/book-review-the-child-by-fiona-barton
Original Score: 4.5 out of 5
Read Review: http://crimebythebook.com/blog/2017/4/11/book-review-the-child-by-fiona-barton