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'His & Hers' by Alice Feeney is a gripping thriller set in the village of Blakedown where a woman is found murdered. The story is narrated from the perspectives of newsreader Anna Andrews and DCI Jack Harper as they get entangled in the investigation. With alternating chapters between Anna and Jack, the plot unfolds with unexpected twists, leaving the readers guessing until the very end. As they delve deeper into the murder case, secrets from the past resurface, creating a tense and suspenseful atmosphere that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

The narrative style of 'His & Hers' is described as engaging and unputdownable, with a cat-and-mouse game dynamic that adds to the thrill of the story. The book explores themes of revenge, betrayal, and the haunting memories of the past, all while maintaining a dark and disturbing tone that captivates the readers. Through skillful storytelling and well-developed characters, Alice Feeney weaves a complex tale of mystery and suspense, keeping the audience hooked from start to finish.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Anna and Jack both having rich backstories and personal struggles that influence the narrative.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is tightly woven and engaging, utilizing alternating perspectives to enhance suspense and keep readers on their toes.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features a complex murder investigation intertwining the lives of a news presenter and a detective, filled with unexpected twists and unreliable narratives.

Setting:

The story is set in the small English town of Blackdown, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere where past and present collide.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and maintains suspense, expertly delivering twists that compel the reader to keep turning the pages.
I realise it’s an unpopular opinion – to be fond of the first day of the week – but I’m full of those. My view of the world tends to be a little tilted. When you grow up sitting in life’s cheap seats,...

Notes:

The story of 'His & Hers' is told from two perspectives: Anna Andrews, a news reporter, and DCI Jack Harper, a detective.
There is a third perspective from the killer, whose identity is kept secret until the end.
The book features a psychological thriller with themes related to family secrets, peer pressure, and revenge.
Anna is demoted from her position as a news presenter back to a correspondent and sent to her hometown to cover a murder case.
The murder victim is someone from Anna's childhood, heightening her emotional connection to the story.
Jack Harper, Anna's ex-husband, is investigating the murder and has his own complications as a suspect.
Both narrators of the audiobook, Richard Armitage and Stephanie Racine, are praised for their performances.
The killer's parts are narrated with a voice distorter to maintain the suspense and mystery.
Readers have noted multiple unexpected plot twists and red herrings throughout the story, which keeps them guessing until the conclusion.
Content warnings for the book include themes of animal cruelty and sexual assault, which are not graphically described but mentioned.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Triggers for content warnings include alcoholism, animal cruelty, sexual assault, and themes related to mental health.

From The Publisher:

FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF Sometimes I Lie

"Stunning. Addictive. This book should not be missed!" -Samantha Downing

"Deliciously dark…will have readers tearing through the pages." -Mary Kubica

"Gives Gone Girl a run for its money…I couldn't stop reading." -Christina Dalcher

There are two sides to every story: yours and mine, ours and theirs, His & Hers. Which means someone is always lying.

When a woman is murdered in Blackdown, a quintessentially British village, newsreader Anna Andrews is reluctant to cover the case. Detective Jack Harper is suspicious of her involvement, until he becomes a suspect in his own murder investigation.

Someone isn't telling the truth, and some secrets are worth killing to keep.

His & Hers is a twisty, smart, psychological thriller. A gripping tale of suspense, told by expertly-drawn narrators that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

"For the ultimate rollercoaster reading experience this year, look no further than His & Hers by Alice Feeney." -Woman & Home

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1 comment(s)

Loved It
8 months

I love the angst between the narrators. I love that the book pulls the rug out from under you over and over again.

I wish that there was more slueth energy. With our narrators being a journalist and a detective, I was expecting more investigation.

For the record, I totally saw the ending twist coming.

 

About the Author:

ALICE FEENEY is a writer and journalist. She spent fifteen years with BBC News where she worked as a reporter, news editor, arts and entertainment producer, and One O'Clock news producer. Alice has lived in London and Sydney and has now settled in the Surrey countryside, where she lives with her husband and dog. Sometimes I Lie, her bestselling debut novel, is being made into a TV series by a major film studio. His & Hers is her third novel.

 
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