This is the first book that I've read by C.J. Tudor but it certainly won't be the last.
I really liked how atmospheric this was, as well as three different plot lines, which are seemingly unconnected until they're weaved together brilliantly towards the end.
I wasn't expecting it to be as dystopian as it was but that was a pleasant surprise.
There were possibly a few too many characters for me to keep track of and because of this, I didn't really connect to any of the characters. That probably wasn't ideal as they ended up being quite disposable.
But this had me on the edge of my seat the whole way through. And I will definitely be recommending it to others.
Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

A claustrophobic thriller which is so chilling in places. The story is told over multiple timelines. They are linked together very well eventually. There are many good characters who are all hiding secrets.

This is the first C.J. Tudor book I have read, and I’ve been meaning to start reading this author’s books for quite a while.
The Drift is great to read during the winter, but I did need to sit by my warm fire as it’s a chiller..: in both senses.
The horror of a killer lurking lingers on every page, it’s got all the twists and misdirections you want from this genre of book, and more!
I think the plot is well constructed and for the whole, it works brilliantly.
Fun, scary and pacey! Recommended!

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When I picked this up I was on the hunt for a cosy mystery book that was taking place in a wintery setting that I could curl up by the fire and read & reaching for The drift was 100% the perfect option for this.

The drift follows three major plots :
1 - an overturned coach full of students that are all trapped
2 - An isolated Chalet full of friend that may soon become enemies
And 3 - a stranded cable cart full of strangers, one of whom is dead

All of this is happening amidst a violent snow storm, but the snow storm is the least of their worries at this point!

If you’re a fan of tv shows like The last of us then this book will be right up your street, it kept me totally captivated from start to finish.
I adore books set in cold environments especially snowstorms as they are guaranteed to always add extra levels of anxiety to ongoing situations, in this case our characters are not only up against the cold, but there’s also a killer on the loose and a deadly virus that’s sweeping the earth.
It is such a clever and well thought out book, the switching between each character’s situations, the short fast paced chapters, the constantly building feeling of dread, I just genuinely couldn’t put this down and I cannot believe this is my first C.J Tudor novel *runs to read the rest asap*

Honestly if you enjoy a good tense atmospheric thriller with dystopian themes then please grab a blanket, curl up on the couch and give this book a go! You won’t be disappointed

I love that CJ Tudor's books are never quite what you expect. There is always a spooky element but you're never quite sure what the big bad will be.

Told in both past and present I did get a little confused at times but that's on me.

Another great book from this author.

Hannah wakes up in the middle of a bus crash. Meg wakes up in a cable car with 5 strangers and no knowledge of how she got there and Carter looks out of a isolated ski chalet. Outside the weather worsens and a killer hides among them.

The Drift was an intriguing thriller with many twists and turns. I really enjoyed the three different character view points and the snowy isolated location added to the tense and suspenseful atmosphere. A gripping and thrilling thriller that I couldn't put down.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of the novel in exchange for an honest review.

Really enjoyed this - will definitely be recommending and looking forward to the next one by this author!

Gosh this was a thrilling ride! Three different plot lines cunningly weave together (I kept thinking ‘where is this going?!’) but C J Tudor is a clever writer and I knew it would be worth the wait! One thing for sure is I am never ever going in a cable car!!!

I’m a huge fan of Tudor’s other work so was excited to pick up The Drift, unfortunately what I didn’t realise was it’s more of an apocalyptic-zombie/pandemic style then her other books so while it was a good read, I just didn’t love it.
That being said this still has Tudor’s page-turner style and has plenty of wtf moments to keep you on the edge of your seat. Multiple messy and downright bizarre situations coupled with a slew of gory heart in your throat moments means this will definitely appeal to those who are fans of the apocalyptic horror/thriller genre.

Thank you to Michael Joseph & Penguin for an advanced reading copy in exchange for an honest review!

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I love the fact that CJ Tudor's novels are unique in their own right. I think this is now my favourite because of its intrigue and complexity. There are 3 stories in one and she weaves them together brilliantly. Set in a bleak snowy place the cast is as diverse as they come.

This book was fantastic - the author paints such a vivid picture that you can picture it happening! It’s quite creepy and dystopian, switching between lots of different viewpoints. A good read!

Three groups of people on the same mountain facing different catastrophes in the snow, not to mention a rampant virus which even if you do manage to survive turns you into another group of people, unwanted and feared in equal measure. Starts off great, as each mishap occurs but then it gets bogged down with the numerous characters. It was hard to remember who was who, where they were and what their story was not helped by the confusing timeline. Too many nasty things or thoughts aimed at a well built character. It was easy to get engrossed in helped by the frequent cliffhangers. Not a cheerful story by any means it has to be said. Plenty of violence with everyone out for themselves. The start was the best part followed by the ending because the middle section just plodded along like a wellie in deep snow!

Secrets and suspense are the backbone of this gripping thriller, immersing you in a world where trust is scarce and surprises are plenty. Love all CJ Tudors books and this one was my favourite! ❤️

This book is so different and exciting. 3 different groups are in different survival scenarios. I was gripped as I wanted to know how each group was connected and how the groups would end up, I read it one sitting and really enjoyed it.

Loved it!

It was not a book I would usually pick up, but it attracted me with the cover - and I am so glad I did!

What a cool concept and I was gripped by all 3 timelines.

Truly, an overall enjoyable science-fiction thriller with some gruesome bits added to the mix.

Thank you for the ARC, NetGalley!

I LOVE C.J. Tudor, she is by far my favourite author and I will never not recommend her books.

This one is a perfect locked in thriller set across three times periods, with plenty of action to keep you hooked with an ending you'll never see coming

Ahh this was so good! The plotting was amazing, and so so clever. Really twist-turny and fast paced. Devoured it.

My thanks to NetGalley and publishers Michael for an ARC of this book in return for an honest review. I excitedly requested this because I’m a huge fan of C J Tudor’s writing and have read all her books. But for me, this one proved the exception and I was unable to finish the action taking place in three different locations; a secluded snowy mountain retreat, a crashed bus, and a cable car broken down away above ground. Snow, freezing temperatures, a lack of light and energy and the need for warmth and supplies unite the three sites. We are introduced to the characters in each area, which means a lot of people and I soon forgot who was who let alone their names. The trouble, becoming increasingly deadly in each place, was narrated alternately, which added to the confusion, but it became apparent early on that they were linked. How linked / I was rapidly becoming not prepared to find out. I realised that I had no real wish to see how this ended. I had no empathy with any of the characters, even if I could have remembered who they were.

I read for pleasure. Whilst the writing, as one would expect from this author, was good, the story was bleak and depressing. It was obviously inspired by the recent pandemic. I wondered if it was too soon for such a tale. Better, perhaps to have put it away in draft form for some years until the rawness of loss and illness engendered by Covid had softened.

There’s much in this novel for book clubs to debate. “Funny how terrible things were done for the “greater good”. Carter wondered at what point the balance tipped. When the greater good became the fortunate few”. Depressing but well written with a lot of questions raised, but too bleak for me. “- - - - Ultimately we all die alone. No one is coming on that journey with us”. Having recently lost someone incredibly close, I decided that this was the point at which I gave up. I shall still regard C J Tudor as one of my favorite writers and will be ready to read her next book. I would also strongly recommend her to any new reader, but definitely not to begin with this book.

The Drift starts in three locations, what links them, is that they find themselves in dangerously precarious situations. The author, CJ Tudor, introduces us to a huge cast of characters in the opening few chapters. So many, that I had to make a list of names, so I could keep track.

The chapters alternate between three narrators. Hannah, Meg and Carter. Each of these are prominent within their story, their own predicament. From the start you know that something is very wrong. Life has been altered, they are living in a skewed existence. Unease and mistrust is rife.

The basis of this new dystopian world is a post pandemic situation. Ten years have passed since an extremely deadly pandemic tore through our world. Initially there was hope for a vaccine, and a return to normality. Those infected, the enemy, are held in camps, as they have value. As time passed, all hope for normality disappeared, riots, wars and societal breakdown followed quickly.

I found each of the three stories quite addictive. The chapters alternated between each of the settings, leaving each story on a small cliffhanger as the chapter ended. But as the book progressed, it lost my interest. The stories became increasingly implausible to me.

I’m not sure why, but I didn’t feel much of an affinity with the characters. It could have been because I felt their characters were disposable, as the stories felt hopeless. Or maybe due to the huge cast of characters, I didn’t feel that I got to know them well enough. Whatever the reason, sadly I didn’t care what happened to the characters, I didn’t feel jeopardy.

I really wanted to love this book, as I have heard so many great things about the author; but it didn’t hit the mark for me. I’m sure many others will love this dystopian horror, but it was just a 3⭐️⭐️⭐️ read for me.

Thanks Netgalley for the ARC.

I have read lots of CJ Tudor books so when I read the blurb for this I knew I would be in for a great read. Until, that is, I saw some other reviews. Described as apocalyptic, dystopian and the undead I thought I had made a mistake but how wrong I was. I loved it.

Three stories interwoven in a deadly snowstorm that all head towards a climatic end.

Hannah wakes up on a crashed coach after being evacuated from her boarding school due to the storm. There are few other survivors.

Meg wakes up to find herself stranded on a broken down cable car with five other strangers. How did they get there and more importantly how will they get to safety.

Carter and his colleagues are stranded in the chalet they call home. With their generator and supplies failing will they survive.

The problem is each group has a killer among them. Just who will survive the snowstorm?

Highly recommended five stars.