sarahs_bookish_life's review
5.0
The Attic Room is the second book that I have read by this author and have got to say I loved them both.
The story flicks between Nina in the present day and Claire, Nina's mother, in the past.
Getting an unexpected phone call telling you that you had inherited a house would probably be a nice surprise for most of us but unfortunately this is not the case for Nina. The house as well as the man that has left it to her reveals some shocking and horrific secrets.
You can feel the tension building throughout the story. It is certainly a dark read. Some of the secrets that are revealed I found to be heartbreaking and quite upsetting but it is very paramount for the whole storyline.
All the way through I was trying to work out who could be behind the blackmailing so was suspicious of all of the characters. As usual I totally guessed wrong.
Another great read from an author who seems to be getting a name for herself for writing exceptionally good dark and disturbing psychological thrillers.
The story flicks between Nina in the present day and Claire, Nina's mother, in the past.
Getting an unexpected phone call telling you that you had inherited a house would probably be a nice surprise for most of us but unfortunately this is not the case for Nina. The house as well as the man that has left it to her reveals some shocking and horrific secrets.
You can feel the tension building throughout the story. It is certainly a dark read. Some of the secrets that are revealed I found to be heartbreaking and quite upsetting but it is very paramount for the whole storyline.
All the way through I was trying to work out who could be behind the blackmailing so was suspicious of all of the characters. As usual I totally guessed wrong.
Another great read from an author who seems to be getting a name for herself for writing exceptionally good dark and disturbing psychological thrillers.
claires_loveofbooks2020's review
5.0
Brilliant, couldn't put it down!!
An amazing story about heartache, love and finding long lost family. Sometimes family don't always turn out to be what you expect.
An amazing story about heartache, love and finding long lost family. Sometimes family don't always turn out to be what you expect.
stevied's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
shawna_reads's review
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pedophilia
modernlyretro's review
4.0
A decent read
My main complaint is what a whiney simpleton Nina is.. I enjoyed the story but found it difficult to read quickly because Nina is a special kind of annoying.
My main complaint is what a whiney simpleton Nina is.. I enjoyed the story but found it difficult to read quickly because Nina is a special kind of annoying.
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