headinthepages's Reviews (834)

I love that it’s set at a British university rather than an American college. I can relate to the feeling of being a fresher

This was tense and so cleverly written. The way that Atkins writes makes it appear effortless.

At times I wondered whether this would turn out to be purely a domestic thriller, or whether it would be a horror or have some supernatural aspects to it.

I was tense all the way through and just dying to know what would happen. I doubted so many of the characters at different points too

They’re all written so well and each character is complex enough to feel tangible but not so developed that they’re hard to keep up with.

I’d highly recommend this to anyone who loves suspense and thrillers! Fantastic!

This took me far too long to read! Not because of the book, but because I’ve been busy and it’s driven me mad that I’ve had to do adult things like work

This book takes us seamlessly through Grace’s past, as she reflects on the last 70 years of her low, whilst preparing a huge meal for 12 members of her family and friends.
This book is written in a way that gives you Grace’s life story, almost without you realising you’re going through it.

I think Sally Piper writes complex family dynamics so well, all in the small details and conversations people have when they’ve known each other for several decades.

I really enjoyed this book, and thought Grace’s life seemed full and rich and complex.
I almost felt like it snuck up on me, how well I knew this character because it’s done so smoothly!

A great read for anyone who loves character stories, and family dynamics and a bit of drama