Diana Wilkinson

It gives you an entirely new outlook on crossword puzzles, that's for sure. Completing the crossword puzzle is a part of Amanda’s daily routine, a thing she does to distract herself. When she starts to see clues that are meant for her, anxiety and need for alcohol increases. She wonders if it could be Is her ex-husband sending a message to her through the clues. Afterall, he blames her for a horrible accident. Whoever it is, they mean to cause her paranoia or even worse, death. I was intrigued by this story. Amanda is an interesting character and evoked a few emotions. She’s tragic, vulnerable, frustrating and relatable all at once. She’s an interesting case study for addiction and the hold it can take on a person. One moment, I wanted to hug her and the next, I wanted to shake some good old common sense into her. She certainly didn’t always make good life choices. She didn’t however, deserve to have the experiences she was having. Nathan...the ex-husband, liked to think he’s strong but, like Amanda, he battles insecurities and addiction also. They just manifest differently. There was definitely a narcissistic streak in him and kept you wondering if he was a good guy or a bad guy. In fact, Diane Wilkinson plants seeds of doubt all the way through and at one point you just give up and suspect everyone...everyone except that is except Teddy. The story is told mainly from the point of view of Amanda and Nathan and the plot is certainly unique and develops well. I was well and truly hooked. To sum it up the book is a compelling, dark, twisted, clever psychological thriller about addiction and revenge. If you like puzzles or are looking for a gripping read, this book is absolutely perfect.… (más)

A gripping psychological thriller set in a cul-de-sac in North London. Some of the residents are secretly members of an online social group called ‘Join Me’ and are playing a dangerous game which, in turn, leads to murder. With neighbours like these who’d need enemies was my first reaction!

Another great read via the Pigeonhole app. I really enjoyed it. It’s intricately plotted with plenty of twists and turns. There are some crazy, dysfunctional characters, most of whom I disliked. It took me some time to remember them all and which house they lived in on the Close. It’s well written and has a fantastic air of menace. The tension and unease is built up beautifully. All is definitely not as it seems and neither is anyone as they seem. The ending is quite neatly tied up, but also leaves it open to the reader’s imagination or perhaps a sequel?

An absorbing, compelling and intriguing mystery which I can wholeheartedly recommend.… (más)