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He keeps in the shadows as he follows them through the park….
London, 1949
Best friends, Queenie and Joy are looking forward to bright futures. They are young, beautiful, and full of promise. Queenie is an aspiring singer who hopes to make it in America. Joy is engaged to a wealthy bachelor named Charles Gilchrist. Terry is Queenie’s bandmate and has a secret. All of them have plans. They are ready to take on the world – to love, to succeed, to be famous and be themselves….
Plans as they say can go awry.
The wedding plans are underway and so is the spark between Queenie and Charles. Betrayal runs deep and there is no turning back when Queenie becomes pregnant. But there are rumors, there is a place that women can go for help in these delicate situations – 10 Rillington Place. But as she stands outside of John Reginald Christie’s (Reg Christie) door, she is wary. She feels threatened. But why? Little does she know that Reg Christie has been watching her, he knows her, she is perfect, and she is right outside his door!
This is historical fiction meets mystery/suspense inspired by the true crime story of “The Rillington Place killer John Reginald Christie” I had not heard of this notorious serial killer. This book had me researching him. When not researching Reg Christie, I was sucked into this book. It is chilling with creepy vibes. Ever feel as if you are being watched or followed? This book shows you what it feels like. It is gripping, dark and absorbing.
I was impressed with Rebecca Griffiths’ research and her blending of fictionalized characters with a real-life killer. Plus, Griffiths transports readers to post war London. Dreams are alive once again. People are ready to get on with their lives, but dreams can be fragile, actions have consequences and friendships will be tested.
This book may have you looking over your shoulder, wondering what thoughts or motives another might have. I love a book that makes me think, feel, and educates me. I learned about an English serial killer, I felt for the three friends, and thought about how their lives were changed. Throw that in with the chilling, creepy vibe of Reg Christie and you have a winner!
This book has so many things that I enjoy in a book – a vile depraved killer, a mystery, some history, tension, suspense, and atmosphere. Once I got going with this book, I did not want to put it down and read most in one sitting.
Dark, chilling, gripping and tense.
Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.