Invisible Girl not missing thrills
Back in 1999 Lisa Jewell stunned the publishing world with Ralph’s Party, which became the best-selling novel by a debut author. Since then Jewell’s career has been a best-selling story in itself, and with Invisible Girl she’s delivered another stunning read.
It’s midnight in an area of urban wasteland amongst a tightly knit suburb. It’s where cats hunt, where foxes shriek and where there’s a girl who is constantly watching . . . until she disappears.
The neighbours of the empty piece of land are a typical family of four, until they show that they’re not that typical.
Across the road, next to the wasteland lives Owen Pick, who’s never had a girlfriend, let alone had sex, and he’s lost his teaching job through inappropriate language and behaviour.
Saffyre Maddox is the young girl who frequents the streets and the spooky landscape because she likes the feel of the outdoors. When she’s reported missing by her uncle Owen Pick comes under close scrutiny from the Police, but he’s not guilty, except he looks it.
Lisa Jewell has crafted a mesmerising story which you won’t want to put down. Invisible Girl is a must-read for thrill-seeking readers.
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