DI Helen Grace has
just landed a serial killer case. A killer kidnaps two people, locks
them us in an abandoned structure, and gives them a grisly
choice. One must kill the other then the killer will be set free.
Helen Grace herself
has some issues. She's a workaholic DI with apparently no life
outside of work, but her demons lead her to pay Jake for S&M
sessions. As the case progresses, Helen begins to realize that the
case has some connection to her, but facing it is not easy.
I found this take on
the serial killer theme innovative, but that was the only part that
wasn't predictable. The fact that Helen is troubled is a theme
running through many detective novels, but she's more than troubled
she's edging toward psychosis. I didn't find her character
believable. She does all the things a competent DI would do, but when
she starts to suspect a connection to herself, she delays in
investigating.
If you like fast
paced thrillers, you may enjoy this novel. The chapters are short
moving among the various characters, including the victims. However,
since the actions are predictable even the short chapters get old
after awhile.
I didn't enjoy this
book. Helen was not a sympathetic character, and the scenes of the
victims were pretty gross. However, it is a twist on a much used
theme, so it may be worth reading for that reason.
I reviewed this book
for Net Galley.
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