How To Play Dead is a psychological thriller that centres around the theme of domestic abuse. The narrative is told from the perspective of Ria, the manager of a women's refuge, and Tanya, who has been trapped in an abusive relationship since her teens.
The story worked well for the most part, but it did feel a bit confusing at times. There were several secondary characters in the book, some of whom felt a bit superficial and could have had more depth. The conclusion was quite drawn out and predictable; it lacked the surprise element that could have made the book more memorable.
How To Play Dead is the second book I have read by this author and I did enjoy it more than the first (Perfect Ten). It felt more credible than Perfect Ten but it was not as good as some of the other psychological thrillers I have read of late.
The story worked well for the most part, but it did feel a bit confusing at times. There were several secondary characters in the book, some of whom felt a bit superficial and could have had more depth. The conclusion was quite drawn out and predictable; it lacked the surprise element that could have made the book more memorable.
How To Play Dead is the second book I have read by this author and I did enjoy it more than the first (Perfect Ten). It felt more credible than Perfect Ten but it was not as good as some of the other psychological thrillers I have read of late.