The Photographer

Hooooooly cow. This is an addictive domestic suspense novel surrounding the theme of letting someone into your home who isn't what they seem... Our narrator is clever, observant, obsessive - even bordering on sociopathic at times. And even with all of that, I couldn't put this book down. I felt myself getting chills when she described photography, especially with regards to some of the more nefarious deeds she performs. If you're looking for a stalkeresque suspense novel, this may be the one for you.

What a debut novel! Such a disturbing read that I seriously couldn't put it down.

As a compulsive thriller reader, I really appreciated the obsession and young family tropes in this book. It was perfectly creepy, intimate and entertaining, making it a sure 5-star read for me.

The title character in The Photographer, Delta Dawn, is a taken family photographer in New York City. She loves her job and the job loves her, but then... she is hired to photograph an 1--year-old Natalie's birthday party. That is when she realizes that she wishes she could become part of this family. First she becomes Natalie's babysitter, then becomes closer with the mom, and her last step is to become the surrogate mother for the family's second child. It becomes a dark obsession Dawn will do anything to succeed with.

The plot pulled me in immediately, but I stayed for Delta's narration, which is dark, obsessive and unreliable. She definitely reminded me of Jane Doe and Joe Goldberg. Delusional and unpredictable, this was definitely a huge hit.

*Thank you to the Publisher for a free advance copies of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I love this diabolical thriller. If you’re interested in twisty psychological thrillers this is definitely a cup of tea. Fast paced client will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last page.