Publisher: Minotaur Books
Publication Date: July 14, 2020
Source: Review copy from NetGalley
Rating: ★★★¾
In THE SAFE PLACE, main character Emily’s life is a wreck. She’s broke, unemployed, and days away from being kicked out of her apartment. So when Scott, her former boss, offers her a position as caretaker at his estate in the South of France, she simply can’t say no.
In theory, the job sounds like paradise, but in reality, Emily finds things a bit off. Scott’s odd wife and child live there permanently, isolated, and with strange rules for Emily to follow. No internet! Emily is soon convinced that something isn’t right with this seemingly perfect family…
This was a fast-paced and suspenseful thriller, set in a gorgeous, summery location. Poor Emily! She was so naïve, but I suppose she had to be for the set up of the story to happen. Her gullibility did frustrate me though, especially towards the end. The author created a good amount of tension as the story progressed, and I was surprised when the final big twist was revealed. I was convinced things were going in a different direction!
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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This sounds like a fun read, though I think Emily’s gullibility would have bugged me a lot, too.
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At one time I had this on my TBR list but I guess I took it off for good reason since it was just an okay read for you.
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Really enjoyed your synopsis and review of the book!
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I just love the location! Also, it’s always a good book when you don’t see the end coming. Terrific review!
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The setting sounds wonderful. I think it would add to the atmosphere of the story. Great review.
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A gullible main character does get annoying but this sounds like such a fun read! I can’t resist that setting.
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I think Emily will frustrate me but this sounds like an intriguing read.
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I love the pictures you chose to match the aesthetic of this book. It sounds like a good one to read on a beach somewhere.
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I liked this book…didn’t like her new one.
Great review, and love the pictures.
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