Stalker, The Paperback – 8 July 2021

The book is very interesting

Liam and Laura, a newlywed couple arrives on a remote island, Shura off the coast of Scotland. But after sometime they feel like they're being watched. Someone is stalking them. Is this story that simple?Told from POV's of Laura ( most POV's ) and Mia, this story is a slow thriller. At first I was bored by it but in part two,it reveals it's secrets slowly in front of me and believe me, I wasn't expecting it to go that way.I loved the characters of Laura, Liam and Mia. Other supporting characters were ok.Narration of the story is simple.

This is one of the best thriller novels I have read. The story is really good, I expected it be a cliche, but it isn't. The characters, suspense everything was good. And the twist was MIND BLOWING. I didn't see it coming.

3.5 StarsLiam and Laura go to a remote island in Scotland for their honeymoon. It’s supposed to be only the two of them for a week. But soon, they discover that the island is haunted by a tragic past. Add to it, there seems to be another person sharing the island with them.Who is this person? What do they want, and why are they stalking the couple? When did their perfect honeymoon turn into a deadly nightmare?The book starts with Laura and Liam going to a local Scottish pub before heading off to the Island of Shura. The weather is gloomy and matches Laura’s mood. We come to know that she’s fighting the depression of losing her mother.As the story progresses, Laura tells us her story as the couple explores the island’s ruined castle, chapel, burrows, beaches, and more. She feels someone stalking them, and soon enough, the evidence is visible as a craving on the window glass.The narration is fast-paced though nothing much happens during the first few pages. The setting makes it easy to create an atmosphere of tension and fear. As a fan of Scotland-based stories, I was looking forward to reading this book. The cover added to the vibe, and I had quite a few expectations.The author does tick a few boxes for a heady thriller. The plot had merit, and her narration was good enough to carry the story. However, towards the end, the plot losses steam. Of course, there needs to be a sort of closure, but it fell a little flat.There’s a twist in the second half that explains the red flags I noticed in the first half. I can’t go into details because even the tiniest hint would be a spoiler. Suffice to say, I re-adjusted my guesses based on the hints the writer scattered around.I did find a few inconsistencies, though I’m not sure if they were deliberate or if the author missed them. If it’s the former, readers (thriller fans) would know the storyline before the twist is revealed.I didn’t relate to the character, but that’s not uncommon. I don’t relate to a lot of them. And this one felt like I was watching a show on the screen. For a thriller, that’s not a bad thing. It just didn’t involve me as much as I would’ve liked.Overall, the author did a decent job of creating a suspense thriller with the right atmosphere and good narration.I received an ARC from NetGalley and Avon Books UK and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Newly-weds Liam and Laura are spending their honeymoon in paradise: just the two of them on a remote island off the coast of Scotland. But they soon discover that all is not as it seems, and the island has a tragic past. And they can’t shake the feeling of being watched. When one morning, they wake to find a message scratched into the window, their worst fears are confirmed. They aren’t alone on the island….And this stranger wants them dead.The story starts quite slow and just when you think you know what’s coming next; you are greeted with an unexpected exceptional twist. A story set on a deserted island are not new but what sets this story totally apart is the way It just catches you by surprise again and again. The twists just keep you surprising and you never see the next twist coming. You just can’t keep the book down right till the end.I loved the writing and pacing of the book including vivid descriptions of the Scottish island scenery. The cliffs, the grounds, the burned castle, and the cottage all created a chilling and creepy atmosphere, full of dreads and tension throughout. .all add to the story. It maintains a high level of intensity throughout the end. There are twists and turns that lead to an unexpected, surprising ending.The characters though few were all well written and it was really great to see their transformation as the story moves ahead.Overall, the book is really well written with a thrilling plot and some unique twists and turns. The perfect setting and some excellent characters make it an exciting read. I can't wait to read more of Sarah Anderson's books and The Stalker is highly recommended to any mystery lover. If you are looking for a gripping, atmospheric, and fast-paced thriller, this is one book you will really enjoy.