Casey loves her cabin in the woods – it’s just the right amount of seclusion that she craves. Sure, the roof creaks and the tree that looks like it can tumble on the house at any time is ignored by her landlord, no matter how many times she has mentioned it…

Then one night – a night that brings in a deadly storm and everyone has been told to stay safe in their homes … something… has found shelter in Casey’s shed… and that something…

is covered in blood.

Frieda and I have been back and forth this year… It’s a little love gate relationship between us. Many ( probably most) of these books I have enjoyed – some even loved – but also some that I was…. uhhh…. just no. I even took a break from her for a bit, but here I am after a series of now amazing reads, looking for a bit of a palate cleanser…

And…. here we are.

The Intruder was good, it had the elements that I appreciate of this author – likable characters, not dumming it down dialogue, and for the most part – a believable storyline. And thank goodness – I was due for just a good read.

While not one of her best, I would say it is read-worthy and a quick read as well, which, after coming off the HEAVY book club read of The Seven Gables, just felt right.

Rated: 3.5 out of 5
Read Author Before: Yup, many times
Read Author Again: oh yeah
Book Club Worthy: Could be, although there are things to discuss – wouldn’t be the deepest discussion