The Roommate Book Review

Title: THE ROOMMATE

Author: Dervla McTiernan

Narrator: Aoife McMahon

Publisher: Audible Original

Duration: 2 hours 23 minutes

Source: Audible

This audio novella is a stand-alone prequel to the Cormac Reilly series

Twenty-two year old Niamh Turley thought she had problems, dealing with the obnoxious principal of the school she’s teaching in as well as the anxious parents of her little charges, but when she wakes one morning to a missing roommate and a garda knocking on her door, her life spirals out of control fast…

Official Summary

08 March 2024

This book plunges you into the chaotic world of Niamh Turley, a twenty-two-year-old teacher facing the challenges of an obnoxious school principal and anxious parents. The novel takes an unexpected turn when Niamh wakes up one morning to the unsettling realisation that her roommate is missing and the police are at her door, thrusting her into a whirlwind of chaos.

The story unfolds with a compelling blend of suspense and mystery as Nianh struggles with the abrupt disruption of her seemingly ordinary life. The author weaves a tale that that keeps you curios, gradually peeling back layers of intrigue.

This character is well crafted, filled with realistic vulnerabilities and a determination to navigate the unexpected challenges that comes her way. The story explores the complexities of Niamh’s relationships, both personal and professional, adding depth to the character’s journey.

The novella’s pacing is relentless, propelling you through a series of twists and turns at high speed. The author uses a crisp and evocative writing style, creating an atmospheric tension throughout the story. The missing roommate becomes the focus point, serving as a catalyst for unravelling a web of interconnected events that challenge Niamh’s understanding of those around her.

This book not only captures the essence of a psychological thriller, but also digs into themes of trust and the unpredictability of human nature. The author balances character development with a gripping plot leaving you eager to uncover the truth.

This story is a captivating and immersive thriller with well-drawn characters and a tightly woven plot. As the layers of mystery unfold, you are taken on a suspenseful journey that leaves you questioning every twist until the final revelation. If you are looking for a quick read, then this is one to give a try.

Also by Dervla McTiernan

THE SISTERS

Two sisters climbing the ranks of Dublin’s criminal justice system. A murder case that could change their lives forever. The Sisters is a gripping new thriller from one of the most exciting voices in crime fiction.
In this prequel to the international bestseller The Ruin, set 10 years prior, bright-eyed Carrie Ryan is at the very start of her career. When she has a hunch about an ongoing murder investigation, she knows it could be her only chance to prove herself and truly break into the “boy’s club” of Dublin’s police force.
Carrie uncovers this make-or-break moment in a case file her sister Aifric, a newly qualified barrister, leaves on their kitchen counter: Robert Collins has been charged with the murder of his girlfriend after a fight in a local pub, and all signs point towards a guilty verdict. But both sisters quickly begin to find evidence that complicates the story. All the while, Carrie is very aware that she’s crossed the line – if the detective sergeant running the investigation finds out she’s been messing around with his case, her career will be over before it has begun.

About the Author

Author bio from the author’s site

Internationally bestselling and critically acclaimed writer, Dervla McTiernan is the author of The RuinThe Scholar and The Good Turn. The Ruin was published in 2018 and is the first in the detective Cormac Reilly series. The Ruin was a top ten bestseller and an Amazon Best Book of July 2018. Dervla was a New Blood Panellist at Harrogate Festival. The Scholar was published in 2019 and was a top-five bestseller. The Good Turn will be published in 2020. The Ruin has been optioned for TV by Hopscotch Features.

Shortlisted: Barry Awards, Kate O’Brien Award, Australian Book Industry Awards, Irish Book Awards, Western Australian Premier Book Awards

Dervla spent twelve years working as a lawyer. Following the global financial crisis, she moved from Ireland to Australia and turned her hand to writing. Dervla is a member of the Sisters in Crime and Crime Writers Association and lives in Perth, Australia, with her husband and two children.

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