Whats the connection between a woman locked in a basement and Claire Fiksen, who starts to develop symptoms of an eating disorder. ( )

Always intriguing, at times disturbing, and other times touching, In Her Shadow is a psychological thriller that delves into the minds of the psychopath and his victims that leaves the reader guessing for much of the story, while weaving a poignant look at the problem of dealing with an eating disorder throughout the narrative.

Suspense builds from the start, and never lets up until the end. The unraveling family secrets lend an air of mystery that’s both sinister and surprising. The author is adept with dialogue and language; the use of metaphor is spot on and enhances the story. While the characters are fairly typical, the issues with which they’re presented are not, and it’s clear that the author researched the body-image topic well and handled it with sincere sensitivity.

I’d recommend this novel to anyone looking for a story that does not let up until the thrilling end, and that handles a serious issue amid mysterious and terrifying circumstances with heartfelt aplomb. ( )

Always intriguing, at times disturbing, and other times touching, In Her Shadow is a psychological thriller that delves into the minds of the psychopath and his victims that leaves the reader guessing for much of the story, while weaving a poignant look at the problem of dealing with an eating disorder throughout the narrative.

Suspense builds from the start, and never lets up until the end. The unraveling family secrets lend an air of mystery that’s both sinister and surprising. The author is adept with dialogue and language; the use of metaphor is spot on and enhances the story. While the characters are fairly typical, the issues with which they’re presented are not, and it’s clear that the author researched the body-image topic well and handled it with sincere sensitivity.

I’d recommend this novel to anyone looking for a story that does not let up until the thrilling end, and that handles a serious issue amid mysterious and terrifying circumstances with heartfelt aplomb. ( )