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Tag: psychological-thriller

  • Book Review- The Passengers by John Marr

    Book Review- The Passengers by John Marr

    I actually picked up The Passengers by John Marrs from a little book share while I was on holiday in Mexico, and it turned out to be one of those lucky finds you just can’t put down. You know when you grab a book on a whim and it completely pulls you in? That was this for me. A solid 5/5.


    The whole idea of the book is honestly a bit terrifying because it doesn’t feel that far off reality. It’s set in a world where driverless cars have taken over, and everything is meant to be safer and controlled. But then eight people find themselves trapped inside hacked cars, with no way of escaping, and they’re all being driven towards a deadly crash.
    What really got me hooked is that it’s not just about what’s happening in the cars. The public is actually watching it unfold and has to vote on who should live and who should die. It sounds intense, and it really is. I found myself constantly changing my mind about who I was rooting for as more and more secrets came out.
    And that’s the clever bit — none of the characters are perfect. The more you learn about them, the more you question everything. Just when I thought I had someone figured out, another twist would come in and completely change my opinion.
    I also loved how easy it was to read. The chapters are quite short, which made it perfect for dipping in and out while I was lying by the pool… although in reality, I ended up reading way more than I planned because I kept saying “just one more chapter”.
    It’s one of those books that really makes you think as well. Not in a heavy way, but enough to make you wonder what you would actually do in that situation. Would you trust the system? Would you vote? Could you even make that kind of decision?
    For me, it had the perfect mix of thriller, drama, and just enough sci-fi to make it feel modern and believable. Definitely one I’ll be recommending, and I still can’t believe I just found it sitting on a random book shelf on holiday.
    If you like fast-paced, twisty reads that keep you guessing, this is 100% worth picking up.
    5/5 from me.
    Have you read it, or would you trust a driverless car?

    You can buy the book here

  • Book review I found you by Lisa Jewell

    Book review I found you by Lisa Jewell

    Lisa Jewell’s I Found You is a masterclass in suspense, delivering the kind of twisty, character-driven storytelling that keeps you hooked from the very first page to the final reveal.


    Set across dual timelines, the novel introduces us to Alice, a single mother who discovers a mysterious man on the beach outside her home. He has no memory of who he is or how he got there. At the same time, in London, newlywed Lily is thrown into panic when her husband Carl disappears without a trace—just days after their wedding. What follows is a cleverly woven narrative that slowly draws these two seemingly separate stories together.
    Jewell excels at building tension through small, unsettling details rather than dramatic shocks. The pacing is steady but gripping, allowing the suspense to simmer as each piece of the puzzle falls into place. Just when you think you’ve figured it out, another twist pulls you in a different direction.
    The strength of I Found You lies in its characters. They feel real, flawed, and deeply human, which makes the mystery all the more compelling. Alice, in particular, is a standout—warm, intuitive, and determined to help a stranger, even when it puts her at risk.
    As with all of Lisa Jewell’s novels, the real magic is in how everything connects. The ending is both satisfying and surprising, tying together the threads in a way that makes you want to go back and spot the clues you missed.
    If you enjoy psychological thrillers that keep you guessing until the very end, I Found You is a must-read. It’s a perfect choice for anyone who loves layered storytelling, emotional depth, and a plot full of unexpected turns.
    Rating: 4.5/5 – A gripping, cleverly plotted thriller that keeps you guessing.