Every Move You Make by C. L. Taylor

The new law in Malaysia has officially been implemented, giving victims of stalking the ability to seek legal protection from their stalkers. Stalking is now a crime whether it's done physically or online. The author's personal account of dealing with stalking at the end gave the whole reasoning behind this book.

Natalie Beare stumbled upon a closed forum for the survivors of stalking. One of the London-based survivors decided to create a WhatsApp group. The group also consisted of Alexandra, Lucy, River, and Bridget. Each of them is being stalked and seeking refuge in one another like a survival alliance. Sadly, Natalie was killed by her ex-boyfriend/stalker.

As they mourned Nat's passing at the funeral, they were given a wreath and card that contained a chilling warning. The ominous note declared that one of them would meet their end in ten days. In a state of panic, they immediately began strategizing to keep themselves out of harm's way. What follows is a cat and mouse and I did not figure out the culprit until the very end which leaves us with red herrings and possible suspects. Although the story was a bit slow at the beginning, it was entertaining but dragged at times, and some of it just wasn't plausible. By this time, I figured out the author's writing style yet if it has any indication, it's better than The Guilty Couple. 🤷‍♀️

Thanks to @times.reads and @putrifariza for the review copy. My opinions are my own 💙 

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The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

Reading The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo is something I am greatly looking forward to, especially considering it was published posthumously and won Sweden's Glass Key Award in 2006 for best crime novel of the year. While the storyline is certainly gripping and the themes are thought-provoking, I still have mixed feelings about it.

Henrik Vanger, a renowned industrialist from Sweden, approached Mikael Blomkvist to assist in writing his autobiography. Blomkvist, a financial journalist, is well-versed in exposing corrupt practices and shady dealings within the corporate sector. Simultaneously, Vanger commissioned him to uncover the truth behind Harriet Vanger's disappearance thirty-six years ago. Harriet is his brother's granddaughter and he has reason to believe that there was a suspected mole within their family.

Blomkvist enlists the help of a proficient researcher for this assignment, and Lisbeth Salander proves to be the ideal candidate. With her impressive skills in hacking and remarkable intelligence, their investigative approach yields a satisfying mix of emotion, passion, and intrigue. The dynamic duo embarked on a perilous adventure, filled with facts and evidence, to track down a notorious serial killer. Despite a few unanswered questions and loopholes, I hope the sequel holds the promise of providing closure. 4 ⭐️

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Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

The story revolves around the disappearance of Adam Parson, a stay-at-home dad who went hiking with his son Eugene, who has autism and a rare genetic disorder. The plot thickens when Eugene returns alone, causing a minor accident and becoming the prime suspect in his father's disappearance. 

His family found out about Adam's obsession with the happiness concept and how he applies his principles of living to raise Eugene. It raises awareness about communicating with a nonspeaking child, racial superiority, and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. This is a slow-moving yet amusing read. I enjoyed the mystery through Mia's perspective. She's a messed up character, but understandable. The thing about some disappearances is that there's no closure until all that's left is a void. 4 ⭐️

The review copy was provided by @times.reads and @putrifariza, and the opinions shared are entirely my own. You can find the book at all major bookstores in Singapore and Malaysia, as well as their online stores.