Keep Me Close

Picked this book up yesterday and read it at every opportunity since. The story had more twists and turns than a country road! I am not going to give a stitch away from this tapestry of lies and life stories and angst. Very much a must read!.

Firstly what a fantastic idea for a plot! Keep Me Close had me on the edge of my seat throughout.

So good I read it in one sitting! Highly recommended.
4.5/5

This was a compelling and thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish with a great storyline, interesting cast of characters and all capped off by skilful writing. It's well worth your time if you appreciate great storytellers.

I finished Keep Me Close just last night. It was a very good book indeed. The story about a dementia patient that is being harmed. It was a heart-stopping read for me, as my sister has this dreadful disease. It touches on something that should be written. I enjoyed it.

I LOVED this book. It twisted, turned and kept me guessing right up to the end. I couldn’t put it down and when I wasn’t reading, I was thinking about it.

Kate’s mother is so sweet and vulnerable, and I wanted to get right in there and help protect her. I can’t say I agreed with all of Kate’s decisions, but her devotion to her mother and determination to protect her had me rooting for her every step of the way.

There were some really fabulous characters, from the charming boyfriend, to the warm carer, the slimy boss and the horrible but famous author. I was right in there with Kate, trusting and mistrusting them by turn, attributing motives, the lot.

This is a great read for the weekend when you have plenty of time. Once you start, you won’t want to put it down.

I highly recommend this thriller. You’ll be on the edge of your seat until the very end. Jane Holland got her audiences attention in Keep Me Close.

I never repeat the blurb - a quick and easy read - cover to cover in one afternoon. Good plot, nice and fast moving which makes a change. Lots of twists - you start to wonder who you can trust but go with your gut and ignore red herrings...if you can identify the red herrings...

Writing: 5/5
Plot/Concept: 5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
Surprising factors: 4/5
-------------> 4.6/5 ----------> 5/5 stars :)

This thriller is amazing. I really didn’t fight with the characters and it kept me on the edge of my seat until the last page. I highly recommend it.

Picked up this book one rainy afternoon and did not put it back down until it was finished! As a lover of psychological/ domestic thrillers this book had me completely hooked with all the twists and turns! Extremely enjoyable, Jane Holland is a master of her craft.

A deeply disturbing and at times oppressive story of betrayal and revenge. Kate is a damaged young woman, reeling from the suicide of her boyfriend and attempting to care for her mother who is living with early onset dementia. When her lovely carer Georgios fails to turn up for work, without warning or explanation, Kate is left desperate for help as she tries to hold on to her job. At her most vulnerable she is recommended Ruby, who quickly makes herself indispensable and who persuades Kate to let her move in. Already shaken by anonymous, threatening letters and mysterious glimpses of someone lurking in her garden at night, Kate grabs the proferred lifeline. She even starts to date again. Logan is an old friend who knows her story and their relationship quickly develops. However, her lovely mum Celeste, starts to exhibit signs of fear and distress and when unexplained bruising and cigarette burns appear on her, Kate is left to doubt everyone around her. Who, if anyone, can she trust? I was utterly gripped by this story. I wanted to shout at her to install a covert videocam! The tension builds nicely, with several red herrings and reaches a thrilling climax. Perfect for fans of karin Slaughter, Angela MARSONS or Anita Waller

Wow! What a suspenseful, edge of your seat read! Kate tries to hold down a full time job while living with her mother, who suffers from dementia. After her mom starts getting mysterious bruises and acts like she's afraid of her own shadow, Kate is angry and fearful at the thought of someone abusing her mom. I was on pins and needles watching the story unfold as Kate tries to find the culprit, all the while her own life is turning upside down! You will not want to put this down! I'm definitely looking forward to reading more books by this amazing author!

Keep Me Close is a thrilling read. I loved the twists and turns and wasn't sure who the baddie was until the end. Kate's mother has dementia and is starting to go downhill quickly. Kate lost a boyfriend to suicide a couple of years ago and has just started dating again. When her mother's caregiver runs out on her, she finds a new, lovely woman who is a big help around the house. She feels so lucky.

But is she lucky? Her mother starts being more afraid. There are a number of suspects who might be in the position to harm a vulnerable older woman. When the danger spreads to Kate and her career, will she find out in time who wants to harm her and her family?

Great book - you'll stay up really late to finish another chapter!