June 10, 2015

The Ice Twins



The Ice Twins by S. K. Tremayne

Summary: One of Sarah's daughters died. But can she be sure which one? 

A year after one of their identical twin daughters, Lydia, dies in an accident, Angus and Sarah Moorcroft move to the tiny Scottish island Angus inherited from his grandmother, hoping to put together the pieces of their shattered lives.

But when their surviving daughter, Kirstie, claims they have mistaken her identity--that she, in fact, is Lydia--their world comes crashing down once again.

As winter encroaches, Angus is forced to travel away from the island for work, Sarah is feeling isolated, and Kirstie (or is it Lydia?) is growing more disturbed. When a violent storm leaves Sarah and her daughter stranded, they are forced to confront what really happened on that fateful day.

Angie's Comments: Sarah is the main narrator of the story, although Angus has some narration. I can only feel sorry for the twins, especially the surviving one. Everyone has secrets to hide and guilt to suppress. Who is telling the truth?

I found the story to be intriguing, especially since there is a set of twins in my family. The relationship of the twins to the parents is complicated. I wasn’t sure who to trust or what twin survived until towards the end. I can’t say that The Ice Twins is the most believable story, but the psychological aspect is thrilling.


Recommended for readers of psychological mysteries.
  

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