My Little Eye

WOW - this book is amazing! I was literally on the edge of my seat. It all came together really well. My only complaint is that I’m going to have to wait ages for the next book in the series! I’m not sure I can be so patient. One of the best books I’ve read in a long time.

I must confess that My Little Eye is a ‘cherry-pop’ for me, as I have not read any of the authors previous work. Stephanie Marland (also known as Steph Broadribb) has well and truly popped the lid off my Pringles with this one. I am already desperate for more.

As someone who loves thrillers and crime procedural novels, I am always hesitant to read a book by a new author. Although you have the familiar flutterings similar to when you meet a new friend or date for the first time, expectations are high and there is also a real risk. But it seems this one was worth taking.

So what is the book about: 
A serial killer is targeting unsuspecting young women in London, and the murders are anything but tame. As ‘The Lover’ continues his reign of terror, the police are no closer to catching the psychopath. With no clues to lead them to the killer, Clementine Stark steps up to the plate. A PHD student and crime researcher, she quickly delves into the murky waters of the dark web and joins the keyboard warriors and armchair detectives determined to bring this criminal mastermind to his knees.

Of course, every book needs a perfectly flawed cop, it wouldn’t be the perfect book without one, and Detective Dom Bell is a cop with a past. He needs to catch this killer, more for his own sake than for those around him.

This thriller has a very strong contemporary feel with social media playing a crucial part in the plot. The idea of playing with the all too familiar ‘trial by media’ idea really gives the book a current hook. As with most thriller and crime readers, I indulge my passion for mystery watching TV shows along the same lines. And I know I am not alone. So with so many super sleuths being born these days, is it really a surprise that at some point, mere mortals will begin to believe that they can solve crimes quicker than the professionals?

My Little Eye is the perfect first novel in what I hope will become a long-running series. Starke and Bell will keep you hooked, the crimes will keep you guessing and Marland is sure to become one of your 'go-to' thriller writers.

I look forward to reading more.

This is my first novel by this author and she hasn’t disappointed me.

My little eye had me hooked from start to finish, as a big crime thriller fan, I found the story very believable and intriguing. We are introduced to the main characters Clementine and Dominic, their interesting back stories left me wanting more, for me neither character had an edge over the other and while they are both very different individuals, I found them equally likeable.

As the story unfolds we are thrown deeper and deeper into this murder mystery with its chilling twists and turns. An excellent read, and I look forward to reading the next. Highly recommend.

Gripping, what a concept and a thoroughly chilling read! The way the characters evolve and draw you in is spellbinding. Exploring the complexities of life on Social-media. An epic thriller that’s both current and terrifying!