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The Hostage

Carolyn Wren
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The Hostage

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

Book Brief

Carolyn Wren

The Hostage

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Carolyn Wren's novel Emotions in Chains, wealthy businessman James Northam, after being kidnapped and tortured, is rescued by a mysterious woman known as Omega. Despite her desire to keep her two identities separate, North tracks her down and discovers she is actually Meg Pryce, an elementary school teacher. Drawn to each other, they overcome physical and emotional barriers to connect romantically, while also confronting lingering threats and past traumas together. Themes include kidnapping, torture, PTSD, and physical injuries.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Romantic

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

10 ratings

80%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Hostage by Carolyn Wren garners praise for its suspenseful narrative and well-developed characters, particularly the dynamic between the protagonist and the antagonist. Reviewers appreciate Wren's intricate plot and emotional depth. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and predictability in certain plot points, though these are minor compared to the book's overall engaging quality.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Hostage?

Readers who enjoy The Hostage by Carolyn Wren are typically fans of romantic suspense with strong, resilient protagonists. They appreciate the blend of thrilling action and intense emotional connections. Similar readers might enjoy Nora Roberts' The Witness or Sandra Brown's Envy.

4.2

10 ratings

80%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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