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Book Info
Name of Book : The Lost Girls
Author : Heather Young
Publisher : Verve Books
Publication Date : 25 Nov 2021
No. of pages: 357
Format : Kindle / Hardcover / Paperback
Why did I chose the book?
While searching for a good mystery and thriller read on Netgalley, I came across The Lost Girls by Heather Young which was up for request. The blurb was quite interesting, so downloaded it right away.
Where to get the book?
The Book, The Lost Girls by Heather Young is available on Amazon and Romancart.com after its release:
Author Introduction
Heather Young, author of The Lost Girls is her debut novel for which she has won Strand Award for Best First Novel. She was also nominated for Edgar award for her second novel, The Distant Dead. Heather Young lives in Mill Valley, California. If you wish to know more about the author:
Website : https://www.heatheryoungwriter.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/heatheryoungwriter/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/heatheryoungwriter/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/HYoungwriter
Blurb
Justine, a mother of two girls is struggling emotionally in her life to run away from her overpowering boyfriend. But she has no place to go. One day, when fate looks upon her, Justine comes to know that her grand- aunt Lucy has left her a summer home and some money.
Justine decides to leave her boyfriend and settle down in the summer home. But, little did she knew that the house has a secretive past between three Evans sisters, Lucy, Lilith and Emily. Justine gets to uncover some grave discoveries about Emily's disappearance which changes her life.
Will Justine be able to settle down and lead a normal life in her summer home? How did Emily disappeared ?
My Opinion
Suspenseful, Emotional and Mysterious
The Lost Girls by Heather Young is a masterpiece in itself. The book revolves around only two narrations and is written brilliantly. I liked the fact that the author has focused on the love between sisters and importance of family. The plot is marvelous with some astonishing secrets. The sudden turn of facts were so unnerving that you would not be able to put the book down. I would rather say that The Lost Girls is a 5 star book.
Also, I liked the cover of book as it totally reflects the plot. One of the best mystery and thriller book of this year.
Character Portrayal
My favorite character in The Lost Girls by Heather Young would be Justine, The author has portrayed her as a strong mother of two, who for her girls takes an unexpected opportunity.
Lucy and Lilith are such diverse characters in spite of being sisters. They are miles apart in their dreams and ambitions. But, still they love each other and have held on to themselves in difficult times also.
The tertiary characters have equally contributed to the story making it a gem.
Narrative Style
The Lost Girls by Heather Young has been narrated from Justine and Lucy's view point. Language is simple and easy to understand. The events switch between past and present, but does not confuse the readers.
Ratings
- Recommendation ---------------- 5/5
- Cover ------------------------------ 5/5
- Plot -------------------------------- 5/5
- Characters ------------------------ 5/5
- Climax ----------------------------- 5/5
- Writing Style ---------------------- 5/5
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