The story is told through journal entries that Sally's therapist suggested her to keep. (Yes, a therapist. What does that tell you?) The entries are mostly addressed to Clive, about her two kids, and partner. I usually like to relate to main characters. But this chick was so far gone, I couldn't see where she was coming from. Do women really go obsessively insane when their hearts are broken? Even though I was far removed from the character, I couldn't stop reading. I had to know what frightening crazy action she'd take next and what Clive's defensive retaliation would be. I certainly didn't expect the ending.
Tamar Cohen's debut novel is engrossing, yet unsettling. Because the book is based on Sally's emotions and thoughts, the reader gets a close look into how her twisted mind works. The chick is disturbed. I firmly believe that social networking sites like Facebook, Foursquare, and Twitter are a stalker's dream. The location settings on such sites along with detailed status updates from users make it too easy for someone to literally follow a person's every move. This novel reinforces my belief.
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Author: Tamar Cohen
Published: June 2011
Pages: 274
Edition: Galley
Rating: ♥♥♥♥

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