Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent delivers a compelling psychological thriller featuring a unique protagonist. Reviewers praise Nugent's talent for creating an engrossing narrative with deep character exploration. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and find certain plot elements predictable. Overall, the book is a strong entry in Nugent's body of work, engaging readers with its dark, intriguing story.

Fans of psychological thrillers and complex, morally ambiguous characters will be captivated by Liz Nugent's Strange Sally Diamond. Readers who enjoyed Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will appreciate the dark, twisted narrative and intricate plotting in Nugent's book.

Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent follows a woman named Sally Diamond, who is thrust into a complex journey of self-discovery following her father's death. As she uncovers disturbing truths about her childhood, Sally grapples with her repressed memories and trauma while trying to integrate into society. The novel explores her personal growth through friendship and therapy, unraveling the dark past that has haunted her. The book describes racism, anti-gay bias, child assault, abduction, imprisonment, sexual abuse and rape of both children and adults, physical abuse, emotional abuse, suicide, and ableist attitudes.

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