Killing Me Softly

Nicci French

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psychosexual obsession

obsessive love

dangerous affair

intense relationship

psychological thriller

london setting

gripping writing style

fast paced narrative

emotionally charged prose

vulnerability and control

mundane past vs thrilling future

elements of suspense

passionate yet destructive

'Killing Me Softly' by Nicci French follows the story of Alice, a woman who seemingly has it all but decides to abandon her safe life for a passionate affair with a mysterious and seductive stranger named Adam Tallis. As their relationship intensifies, Alice realizes that her new lover may not be who he appears to be, leading to a series of dangerous and obsessive events. The plot unfolds as Alice is torn between her mundane past and the thrilling but potentially perilous future with Adam, ultimately delving into themes of psychosexual obsession, lust, and danger. The writing style is described as intense and gripping, with readers expressing being hooked from the beginning and unable to put the book down until the end.

Characters:

The characters embody the complexities of obsessive love, with Alice's vulnerability juxtaposed against Adam's controlling nature.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is effectively gripping and emotionally charged, complementing the psychological themes of the story.

Plot/Storyline:

The story focuses on Alice's passionate yet destructive relationship with Adam, highlighting the dangers of obsessive love.

Setting:

The story is set in London, highlighting the contrast between Alice's ordinary life and the intense world of her relationship.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, keeping readers on edge, though it may be too intense for some.

Unexpectedly I had a spare few minutes before a meeting, so I dared myself and rang Sylvie. She is a solicitor and I had generally found it difficult to be put through to her in the past. It was usual...

Notes:

The book is about a woman named Alice who abandons her stable life for an intense affair with a mysterious man named Adam.

Alice's relationship with Adam quickly becomes obsessive and dangerous.

The writing is described as beautifully crafted in a straightforward style, making it easy to engage with the story.

Some readers found Alice's decisions frustrating, seeing her as a weak character compared to other strong female leads in Nicci French's novels.

The story explores themes of obsession, identity loss, and the psychological grip of love.

The book has been described as a mix of erotic thrill and psychological suspense, with some readers suggesting it could fit into multiple genres.

Alice initially feels an intoxicating connection with Adam but soon becomes aware of his darker side, leading her to question her safety.

Many comments emphasize the psychological depth and emotional disturbance of the book, making it a gripping read.

Readers who enjoyed this book are often drawn to psychological thrillers and complex character dynamics.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Triggers include domestic violence, emotional abuse, psychological manipulation, and themes of obsession.

Has Romance?

Romance is a central theme of the book, with intense and obsessive relationships driving the plot.

From The Publisher:

You're in passionate love. And grave danger . . .

Alice Loudon couldn't resist abandoning her old, safe life for a wild affair. And in Adam Tallis, a rugged mountaineer with a murky past, Alice finds a man who can teach her things about herself that she never even suspected.

But sexual obsession has its dark side - and so does Adam.

Soon, both are threatening all that Alice has left. First her sanity. Then her life.

'The pacing is spot on, and the tension keeps creeping up and up right to the explosive end' Peter Robinson, bestselling author of the DCI Banks Series

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About the Author:

Nicci French is the pseudonym for the writing partnership of journalists Nicci Gerrard and Sean French. The couple are married and live in Suffolk. There are twenty bestselling novels by Nicci French, published in thirty-one languages. Blue Monday was the first thrilling story in the Frieda Klein series, which concludes with Day of the Dead. facebook.com/NicciFrenchOfficialPage

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