Sheryl Browne took what could have been a run-of-the-mill psych thriller to a new level with a unique twist in Keep Me Safe.
Lily and Alex meet at a wedding. But the reader knows from the beginning – through Lily’s POV – that Lily is being less than honest about her motivations for meeting Alex. Is Alex equally deceptive?
It’s hard to tell at first, but some scenes cast doubt on his legitimacy in the relationship.
The truth slowly emerges, but just when the reader thinks it’s going to continue in a “normal psych thriller way” the author pulls a switch. And then, all of a sudden, there is a whole new set of issues with the relationship between Lily and Alex.
Who is telling the truth? Who is hiding important information? Who is causing Lily’s paranoia to go into overdrive – and is Lily rightfully concerned?
The second half of the book feels like it is on a completely different level from the introductory chapters. There are twists, mistaken (or hidden) identities, and revelations that will keep the reader in an “oh my goodness, no WAY!” frame of mind.
And, as usual with this author’s books, there are a couple of last-minute twists that make the reader question everything they believed in the story.
I love this author and Keep Me Safe is certainly one of her best. I can’t wait for her next psych thriller.
