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The Poison Thread by Laura Purcell
4.0
dark mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

A gothic thriller set in Victorian England, The Poison Thread has a truly unique premise - is Ruth capable of killing people simply through her sewing? It explores poverty with some quite gory passages and is a fascinating read.