By K.L. Slater
Review
Socially awkward Anna witnesses a road accident between a motorbike and car. Recognising the car driver as Carla — the woman who turned her world upside down many years ago — Anna seizes the opportunity for revenge; befriending the man injured in the crash. She secretly watches Carla from a safe distance. But is Carla really as dangerous as Anna believes or should she be focusing on someone closer to home?
Safe With Me is the author's debut novel and whilst it was an enjoyable read, I found the protagonist Anna difficult to connect with. Her actions and thought processes were quite bizarre. I suppose some readers would enjoy her quirkiness but I found her annoying. The story was good but dragged a little in places. And 'that smell' — what was that all about?!!
★★★☆☆
- Paperback: 374 pages
- Publisher: Bookoutre
- Publication Year: 2016
- Author: K.L. Slater
- Genre: Psychological Thriller
Synopsis
Anna lives a solitary existence, taking solace in order and routine. Her only friend is the lonely old lady next door. She doesn’t like to let people to get too close – she knows how much damage they can do.
Then one ordinary day Anna witnesses a devastating road accident and recognises the driver as Carla, the woman who ruined her life all those years ago. Now it’s Anna’s chance to set things straight but her revenge needs to be executed carefully …
First she needs to get to know Liam, the man injured in the accident. She needs to follow the police investigation. She needs to watch Carla from the shadows…
But as Anna’s obsession with Carla escalates, her own secrets start to unravel. Is Carla really dangerous or does Anna need to worry about someone far closer to home?
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