The plot had so many twists. Every time I thought I finally knew who the murderer was, something would suddenly change, and I would have to build up my theory all over again.
After reading Ravena Guron’s This Book Kills six times, I had high expectations for Catch your Death. It did not disappoint. From the first chapter I was completely gripped, and my family didn’t see me for the rest of the weekend.
The narrative voice switched between three girls, Devi, Lizzie and Jayne. This meant there were three separate stories going at once, and what was going through each character’s head. I loved how Ravena Guron snatched away the bit that had you on the edge of your seat, making you want to keep reading to find out what happened next, by bringing in another character’s narrative.
The plot had so many twists. Every time I thought I finally knew who the murderer was, something would suddenly change, and I would have to build up my theory all over again. The ending left everything clearly explained and left me with no questions. It was deeply satisfying to see how the circle of the plot was completed.
Overall, the book was full of life and my heart and adrenaline were certainly pumping throughout. I’m not sure how good an idea it was to read at night! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a thrilling murder plot, with sinister goings on. Whether you are reading to try and guess the plot, or to be surprised by the story – what are you waiting for?
I couldn't stop reading this book. It was so captivating and exciting to read.
Three girls (Devi, Lizzie and Jayne) who are complete strangers get trapped in a private estate in the middle of a snowstorm and where a murder plot is brewing. Emily Vanforte was poisoned in the midst of a family dinner and the killer is still roaming around the house. The killer could be only one of these four dinner guests: Emily's husband Charles, her daughter Lottie, Lottie's friend Douglas or her nephew Tate. Leaving the girls locked in the estate with a murder to solve and a killer lurking around, maybe ready to make their next move.
This book was so interesting and kept me hooked into the story the whole time. With each clue the girls would get closer and closer to finding the killer, uncovering clues and deadly secrets like all extraordinary murder mystery novels.
My favourite part about the book is the front cover. I like the use of the colour palette consisting mainly of reds, whites and blues. The title Catch your Death is written in red paint which looks like blood which is extremely intriguing and made to want to start reading straight away.
A modern classic of a murder mystery, and an absolute page-turner that is packed with twists, turns and suspense.
Catch Your Death is a thrilling modern murder mystery in the style of incredible classics, like those by Agatha Christie. Though initially slightly confusing, I found the switching perspectives used in each chapter to be fascinating, and provide even more depth and variation to each of the character’s, and their personalities. Furthermore, the author’s way of formatting the novel as witness interviews is something I haven’t seen much before, but adds a lot to help ground the story. All of the characters are also quite unique, whilst still feeling deeply familiar and relatable. All in all the story is full of some quite tense moments with excellent build up that creates a really immersive atmosphere. Without providing too much detail about the later on sections of the novel, what I will say is that it is an absolute page-turner, that keeps you on your toes and is full of surprises, revelations, twists and turns so there is never a dull moment. I had a blast reading this book and hopefully you will too.