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"A terrible confession
In an isolated room in Hollowpines, an infamous psychiatric hospital, Joe Sinclair is confessing to a violent murder.
An impossible crime
Locked away, Joe couldn't possibly have killed the man, so how does he know so many of the horrifying details?
A detective at her limits
Suspended after a colleague was stabbed on her watch, DC Abby Fox has only just returned to work. But at Hollowpines, she must find out what really happened and how exactly Joe is involved.
Is he to blame, or the only one who can stop the killer?"
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A masterclass in tension
I have read some of Sam's previous books and they have all been excellent, so I was incredibly excited to get my hands on this one. I can happily report that this is no exception. From the very first page, it grabs you by the throat and just does not let go.
While this one is a standalone and not part of a series, if you've read her previous books, you will know exactly how twisted her mind can be. The story sets up an incredible premise based in Hollowpines, an infamous psychiatric hospital. A patient named Joe Sinclair is locked away in an isolated room confessing to a brutal murder, yet it's seemingly an impossible crime because there's no way he could have physically done it. The mystery of how he knows such explicit, horrifying details is what sets off a dark, intensely clever plot that keeps you guessing.
The hospital setting is brilliantly atmospheric - it feels incredibly heavy and claustrophobic – and the pacing is spot on. I found myself racing through the chapters late into the night because I just had to know how everything was going to unravel.
What I love most about Sam Holland's writing is the ability to create flawed, deeply human characters. DC Abby Fox is a fantastic protagonist – she is returning to work after a tough suspension and is riddled with self-doubt but fiercely determined to prove her worth. The psychological element of how easily human memory can be influenced or warped by suggestion adds an extra layer of intrigue that kept me constantly second-guessing who to trust.
If you are a fan of psychological thrillers that are fast-paced, clever and a little bit gruesome, you definitely need to add this to your reading list. It's easily one of the best books I have read this year so far.
Huge thanks to the author, Harper Collins UK, Harper Fiction, Hemlock Press and NetGalley for enabling me to read and share my thoughts of another excellent book from Sam Holland.
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