The Ice House
The Ice House
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureSouthern England • 1990s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Ice House by Minette Walters is a psychological thriller that revolves around a group of people whose lives are disrupted by the discovery of a body in an ice house. The narrative explores themes of mystery, relationships, and hidden pasts as the characters confront truths and unravel connections surrounding the chilling discovery.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Ice House by Minette Walters is a gripping debut that combines psychological intrigue with a chilly atmosphere. Readers praise its complex characters and intricate plot. However, some find the pacing uneven, with slow parts detracting from the tension. Despite this, Walters' skilled storytelling makes it a compelling read for mystery enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Ice House?
Readers who enjoy atmospheric crime novels with intricate plots and psychological depth will likely appreciate Minette Walters' The Ice House. Fans of P.D. James’ Cover Her Face or Ruth Rendell’s From Doon with Death will find similar suspense and character-driven mystery in this novel.
10,519 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureSouthern England • 1990s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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