Today it is my turn on the blog tour for The Retreat by Sarah Pearse
Book Review
The Retreat by Sarah Pearse
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to Random Things Tours and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Most are here to recharge and refresh. But someone's here for revenge. . .
An eco-wellness retreat has opened on an island off the English coast, promising rest and relaxation—but the island itself, known locally as Reaper's Rock, has a dark past. Once the playground of a serial killer, it's rumored to be cursed.
Detective Elin Warner is called to the retreat when a young woman's body is found on the rocks below the yoga pavilion in what seems to be a tragic fall. But the victim wasn't a guest—she wasn't meant to be on the island at all.
Last year I was given the opportunity to read The Sanitorium - the debut novel by Sarah Pearse and I really enjoyed it. When I was given the opportunity to read the sequel there was no doubt in my mind that this as going to be a must read!
This is a twisty thriller that will keep you guessing until the end. I would read a few chapters and put the book down, but would instantly be drawn straight back in as I tried to work out who the killer was. With very short chapters it is very easy for 'just one more chapter' to turn into oops I've finished the book. With the exception of Elin and Steed, I did not like any of the characters which just made it easier to think that any of them could be guilty. If you enjoyed The Sanitorium then this is a book that you really must read this year!
Rating 4/5
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