Review: A mystery with lots of tension and suspense
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 20, 2014
I enjoyed this book for a variety of reasons - the wintery Yorkshire setting provided lots of atmosphere and a terrific beginning as Kayleigh becomes stranded in the snow and then disappears. The plot was skilfully constructed with a believable cast of suspects and motives, and there were lots of twists and turns to keep me guessing. I enjoyed the juxtaposition betweem the murder investigation and the tensions that were occurring between Dylan and his wife Jen as a result of Jen being hounded by an ex-fiance. I would have given this book five stars except for one reason. It is disappointing that Bridgestock resorts to using the common British convention of a capable, hard-working detective being hampered by a pompous incompetent boss, Chief Superintendent Hugo-Watkins. I find such frequent stereotyping a lazy ploy. Otherwise, the book is an entertaining read.