The Death of Us

Captivating read

Bewertung (Mitglied der Orell Füssli Book Circle Community) am 11.05.2026
Bewertungsnummer: 3135449
Bewertet: eBook (ePUB 3)

“The Death of Us” by Abigail Dean tells us the story about Isabel and Edward, a married couple whose lives are shattered after a violent home invasion by a serial killer. After years the perpetrator is brought to court and brings back terrible memories. The story jumps between past and present, revealing how fear, guilt and silence shaped the lives of the victims after the attack. At first these jumps really challenged me but I got used to the style quickly and couldn’t stop reading. The story explores the emotional aftermath and the lasting impact of violence on love and identity, leaving room to explore the emotions of the victims. It’s a captivating and emotional story about survival, memory and whether broken relationships can heal. The story really drew me in and I enjoyed the book a lot. However, I was surprised to learn it’s a thriller.

Don't expect a classic thriller

Bewertung (Mitglied der Book Circle Community) am 17.04.2026
Bewertungsnummer: 3111714
Bewertet: eBook (ePUB 3)

I really enjoyed this book. I went into the story without much prior knowledge and initially expected a classic thriller. It was only about halfway through that I realized the book’s real strength lies in its depth: it thoughtfully explores how people cope with a life-altering event and how profoundly such a moment can affect those involved. The narrative perspective is particularly compelling. The chapters alternate between a first-person perspective, in which the perpetrator is directly addressed as “you,” and a more distanced third-person perspective. This shift creates an interesting effect: on the one hand, you feel deeply immersed in the story, while on the other, you are occasionally pulled back into the role of an observer. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in the background of a crime and the psychological impact on individuals and relationships. The unanswered questions sustain the tension and keep you engaged until the very end.