Author: Nicci French
Genre: Thriller, Frieda Klein Series #1
Published: 2012
Personal Rating: 4/5 (very good)
Format: eBook
Yearly Count: 19
From Goodreads:
When I saw that this book was the beginning of a new series by an author (authors) that I have been curious about, I jumped at the chance to read it. And, I was not disappointed! I read the first half in one sitting, which is unlike me (at least lately), and finished it rather quickly as well.
Frieda Klein was somewhat an aloof character, but intriguing. I liked learning about her and how she ticked. I also enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot. Although, I did not like the way the book jumped from one scene to another. I don't know if it was the formatting of the eBook (ARC) or that's how the story reads, either way -- I did not like it one bit. I felt jolted and confused more than a time or two. That did not make me a happy reader. (But I got over it.) :)
Needless to say, I am pleased to have met Frieda and look forward to the next in this series. I'm especially eager to be the fly on the wall in her office once again.
My thanks go to Penguin Group, USA and NetGalley for providing me with this eGalley. Blue Monday is scheduled to be published on March 5, 2012.
The stunning first book in a new series of psychological thrillers introducing an unforgettable London psychotherapist.
Frieda Klein is a solitary, incisive psychotherapist who spends her sleepless nights walking along the ancient rivers that have been forced underground in modern London. She believes that the world is a messy, uncontrollable place, but what we can control is what is inside our heads. This attitude is reflected in her own life, which is an austere one of refuge, personal integrity, and order.
The abduction of five-year-old Matthew Farraday provokes a national outcry and a desperate police hunt. And when his face is splashed over the newspapers, Frieda cannot ignore the coincidence: one of her patients has been having dreams in which he has a hunger for a child. A red-haired child he can describe in perfect detail, a child the spitting image of Matthew. She finds herself in the center of the investigation, serving as the reluctant sidekick of the chief inspector.
When I saw that this book was the beginning of a new series by an author (authors) that I have been curious about, I jumped at the chance to read it. And, I was not disappointed! I read the first half in one sitting, which is unlike me (at least lately), and finished it rather quickly as well.
Frieda Klein was somewhat an aloof character, but intriguing. I liked learning about her and how she ticked. I also enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot. Although, I did not like the way the book jumped from one scene to another. I don't know if it was the formatting of the eBook (ARC) or that's how the story reads, either way -- I did not like it one bit. I felt jolted and confused more than a time or two. That did not make me a happy reader. (But I got over it.) :)
Needless to say, I am pleased to have met Frieda and look forward to the next in this series. I'm especially eager to be the fly on the wall in her office once again.
My thanks go to Penguin Group, USA and NetGalley for providing me with this eGalley. Blue Monday is scheduled to be published on March 5, 2012.
I've got to read this soon - everyone seems to love it!
ReplyDeleteBermudaonion ~ This was my first introduction to the author (authors). Now, I'm interested in seeking out their previous work.
DeleteAwesome! I have the e-galley of this and I thought it looked good but was afraid to read it in case it wasn't, lol. I'm excited to read this now!
ReplyDeleteJenny ~ Have you read any other books by Nicci French?
DeleteYours is the second review I've read on this book, and I am now so anxious to read it. Sounds like a good new series.
ReplyDeleteDiane ~ Yep! I was pleased with it. I believe they have planned 8 books for the series. I'm happy to be starting at the beginning!
DeleteLearning it is book one in a series is a plus for me too!
ReplyDeleteNise' ~ I like that there's still much to learn about the main character.
DeleteThis does sound good! Not that I need to dive into another series. LOL I haven't read anything by Nicci French before, but have always been curious about the authors' books.
ReplyDeleteLiterary Feline ~ I didn't need to start a new series either, but what the heck! :)
Deletewhen you like a book I know it will be good! I have this one on my Kindle..will make sure to move it up in the list!
ReplyDeleteStaci ~ It has an interesting setting/atmosphere. I liked its uniqueness.
DeleteI'm intesrested for the same reaason as you. I've been meaning to try their other series and I'd like to get it at the beginning of a new one. Glad you liked it.
ReplyDeleteStacybuckeye ~ I'm looking forward to more. :)
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