10 November 2022

Shalini Boland is fast becoming my go-to author for s quick gripping read. This author manages to complicate her characters’ lives beautifully, guaranteeing a wonderfully gripping read full of twists, The Daughter in Law delivers a gripping read that will keep you flipping pages. This a quick, twisty tale you will not want to put down.

Shalini Boland tells stories about everyday people, with a twist thrown in. Her books always feature realistic characters who are trying to live an uncomplicated life – however, these people manage to always complicate any situation. I am fair new to this author, and I am yet to be disappointed. I love that her books are quick easy reads that keep me gripped from start to end.

When Lilian Fletcher’s youngest son, Sebastian (Seb) returns from a holiday in Australia he introduces his new wife. Lilian is shocked and concerned. There is no way these two could have fallen in love so quickly. Lilian has a bad feeling about Caroline, why did she marry her son so quickly? Determined to protect her son from yet another heartache, Lilian is keeping a very close eye on Caroline.

Caroline has a secret; one she must keep if she wants to find the truth she is seeking. Her new mother-in-law is a horrible person who makes no secret of her distaste for Carline. When Caroline shares her secret with Felix, Seb’s brother, she has no idea what she is about to face. However, all she wants is the truth and this might be what finally leads to the truth. But is she ready for that truth?

I could not turn the pages of this book fast enough. I loved how it kept me engrossed and how the pages seemed to be turning themselves. This is a fabulously read with an awesome twist.

Caroline has left her life in Australia behind and followed her new husband back to the UK. When she arrives, she finds out that his family not only all work together, they all live together as well. Her in-laws are not very welcoming. However, she understands the shock and is determined to give them the benefit of the doubt. I was amazed that she so easily accepted her new life when everything about the Fletchers’ lifestyle screamed that it was not normal. Lilian is way too protective of her sons and the entire family dynamic seemed unhealthy. Yet you are left feeling sorry for Lilian. She is a mother who wants the best for her son. While Lilian comes across as a battle-axe, she manages to steal your heart. She might not like Caroline, but her devotion to her family is obvious. You cannot help but feel for this mother.

You guessed it, this book has flown onto my loved list for 2022. I enjoyed every moment I spent reading this book and Shalini Boland has become one of my favourite authors. I am yet to be disappointed when reaching for one of her books.

I love that I am guaranteed an easy, quick read that is twisty and gripping while guaranteed to leave me surprised.

Psychological thriller fans who enjoy a lighter read that is still gripping and full of twists will love this book, I highly recommend you give this author a try if you haven’t yet. I do not doubt that you will find this book extremely entertaining.