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lurkykitty (3 KP) rated The Last Confession of Autumn Casterly in Books

Mar 26, 2020

A powerful story of two sisters

The Last Confession of Autumn Casterly hooked me from the first chapter. The sisters Ivy and Autumn lost their mother to cancer three years ago, and their father has remarried. Ivy is a nerd girl band geek and Autumn is the “bad girl”, dealing drugs and getting into trouble. They barely communicate, but when Autumn is kidnapped, Ivy knows something is very wrong and does not give up on Autumn despite others assuming that Autumn’s disappearance is just due to her own bad behavior. This book is a well written thriller with excellent characters, and skillfully explores the bond between the sisters, friendships, and families. The author also examines how girls’ lives are valued less than those of boys. It was hard to put down and thought provoking.

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Hazel (2934 KP) rated Rise of the Enemy (The Enemy #2) in Books

Apr 24, 2020

What we have here is another winner from Mr Sinclair and yet another off my to-be-read pile!

Having recently read the first in the series, "Dance With The Enemy", I admit to being a little nervous as to whether this instalment was going to be as good however, I needn't have worried .... this is just as good and had been hooked from start to finish.

With loads of action and suspense, fantastic characters and excellent story, this is a riveting spy thriller and one I would highly recommend. This is the second in the series and although not absolutely essential, I would recommend you read the first ... believe me, you won't be disappointed.

Once again, belated thanks go to Clink Street Publishing and NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest review.

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Jos (39 KP) rated Lie with Me in Books

Apr 17, 2020 (Updated Apr 17, 2020)

Lie with Me

Sabine Durrant | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry

8.0

(4 Ratings)

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Dramatic ending (1 more)

Plot easy to follow

Not long enough! (0 more)

Brilliant poolside material!

As soon as the book began I was interested in the main character. Charming, somewhat reserved and very knowledgeable with a bit of an ego. As other important characters are introduced a general sense of unease clouds over the story. Author did this brilliantly without making it too much of an uncomfortable read. Tension builds from a healthy point in the book and it leaves you just enough time to mull over your own theories of what's really going on. The shock value of the ending aligned nicely with the climax felt from about midway of the story. Would have liked a bit more character depth but it's a great if you want an easy-read thriller that leaves you satisfied!