The Ice Twins
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
320
Novel • Fiction
Scottish Island • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
The Ice Twins by S.K. Tremayne centers on parents Angus and Sarah Moorcroft, whose twin daughter Lydia dies in an accident. A year later, they move to a Scottish island with their surviving daughter, Kirstie, who claims she is actually Lydia. This revelation resurfaces the parents' buried trauma, complicating their grasp on their daughters' identities amid a foreboding winter. Themes of child death and psychological distress are present in this story.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
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The Ice Twins by S.K. Tremayne is a gripping psychological thriller that captivates readers with its eerie atmosphere and compelling plot. Reviewers praise its suspenseful narrative and well-drawn characters, but some critique it for pacing issues and a somewhat predictable conclusion. Despite this, it remains a highly recommended read for thriller enthusiasts.
A reader who enjoys psychological thrillers with gothic elements would relish The Ice Twins by S.K. Tremayne. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10 would appreciate its chilling suspense and intricate plot centered on family secrets and identity. Ideal for those who enjoy atmospheric, character-driven narratives.
52,864 ratings
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320
Novel • Fiction
Scottish Island • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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