Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at a thriller book…

The Shallows (2003)

Holly Craig

Synopsis

Her best friend is dead.

Emma and Ariella, neighbours in one of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs, appear to have it all—perfect homes, perfect husbands, perfect lives. But they both know dark secrets lurk beneath the surface and shallow waters can’t hide Ariella’s. Now she has been found murdered.

Her daughter filmed the killing.

Not knowing what she’s filmed, Emma’s daughter Kiki innocently uploads footage of Ariella’s brutal death. Emma fears the worst—the killer will know what she and Kiki have seen. Their safe suburban lives no longer exist.

Her husband knows more than he’s revealing.

Emma’s husband Charles forces the family to leave their perfect life and escape on their yacht. His dangerous plan to flee means Emma is trapped and desperately seeking answers. What are they hiding from? What did Ariella have to confess? And who else knows Emma’s own secret?

Her secret isn’t safe and neither is she.

– from Waterstones

Positive Points

If you are looking for a book that is Thrilling and keeps you on your toes then this is the book for you. The book is dark, it is a book when you are not sure what is coming and it makes you keep reading.

Negative Points

For some the book may be a bit to dark, at times it can feel a bit repetitive at times.

Overall Review

This is a book that is quite dark but it is also is quite a good read if you are into Thriller’s. It is a book that reads as a television show and I wouldn’t be surprised that it gets turned into one.

Rating : *** 3 Stars

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