Review of Drawn from Life

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Drawn from Life" by Sarah P. Blanchard.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Drawn from Life by Sarah P. Blanchard is a psychological thriller by the author, with Emma Gillen as the central character. Emma is involved in an accident that results in the deaths of three people. Eight years later, she is still haunted by guilt. She believes the accident was her fault and lives with that burden. The fact that she cannot remember what actually happened or how the accident truly went down makes the torment worse. Her cousin Lucy comes back into her life eight years after she disappeared. She is divorced and looking for money, and she wants a share of the inheritance that their wealthy uncle left behind. Emma believes she can get back her memories with the help of her cousin and strikes a bargain with her cousin. What went down eight years ago? Who was actually driving the car, and who is targeting Emma now? 
 
In Drawn from Life, the author weaves a mesmerizing tale that shows how the tangent of one's life was changed as a result of an accident. The author helps the readers understand the trauma that someone who survives an accident goes through. Apart from the physical injuries, the psychological wounds take a while to heal. The book has all the ingredients necessary to capture the emotions of the readers. 
 
My favorite character is Emma Gillen. The character portrayed as Emma is resilient; she shows strength and courage. For someone who was involved in a life-threatening accident that almost claimed her life, she chooses to rise above that, goes through therapy, and also strives to get her memories back, even though it may be painful remembering what happened. Her compassion is what makes her feel guilty about the accident, which I see as a strength and not a weakness. Apart from Emma, another reason I enjoyed the book was the character Chaz. He was quiet but effective, and while he was not at the forefront of the drama, he came in to play a very important role.
 
I had an enjoyable time reading the book, and it was a very pleasurable experience. The story was beautifully written, and the story was emotional; I was almost moved to tears at the end of the book. I even got goosebumps as I was reading. The characters all played their parts well, and the backstory that the author provided for the characters made them interesting. The vivid description of places in the book added to the beauty of the book. Hence, there was nothing about the book that I disliked.
 
I am pleased to give the book five out of five stars because its gripping narrative and psychological depth immerse readers in the story, allowing them to experience it deeply. This compelling experience warrants a perfect rating. I recommend this book to fans of crime and mystery thrillers.

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[Rohith Kumar Pakala]

Thank you for your valuable insights, your review built interest in me to read this book. Great information is given by you about the book, thank you for that.

[NetMassimo]

I'm curious about what really happened to Emma in this psychological thriller and what kind of secrets her search for the truth might reveal. Thank you for your great review!

[Paschalyn]

Nice piece.

[Kristin Cowan]

One of the often excluded parts of grief is guilt. Sounds like this covers it!

[Biswajit Barman 1]

"Drawn from Life" by Sarah P. Blanchard is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of guilt, trauma, and redemption. Centered around protagonist Emma Gillen, the novel follows her harrowing journey as she grapples with the aftermath of a tragic accident that claimed three lives.

[Saliha Hussain]

What a captivating review of "Drawn from Life"! It beautifully captures the essence of the gripping narrative and the depth of its characters, particularly Emma's resilience. The reviewer's enthusiasm and emotional connection to the story shine through, making it even more compelling. It's clear that this book left a lasting impression. Well done!

[MoeBrown]

The characters seem to have been written well going from the review. I think insights on the characters really adds something different to psychological thrillers. Thanks for the review

[Tomy Chandrafrost]

The themes of mystery and psychological thriller would make for an intriguing book. Your review has heightened my interest in reading it even more. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. What a fantastic review!

[Rebecca De Figueiredo]

Her style of writing draws you in, the tone is chatty and personable, the type of book that gets you in the first few pages. I like the plot. Thank you for the excellent review.

[Seetha E]

This review sparks interest. I would like to understand more about what happened on the night of the accident. Though Emma is the major character, Lucy's position appears to be as vital. Psychological thriller! Great review.

[Maryivy Mbugua]

The review has a way of attracting an audience. I am really curious to know what went down between Emma and Lucy and how the accident occurred.

[charleso]

The reviewer’s summary of the book in one paragraph is catching and make the characters real in life. The Intrigue and manipulation of each and every-one of them to out-smart the other is engaging till end of the book.

[Isaac Ozo-okafor]

Already, "Drawn from Life" got my attention, painting a picture of something alive just like the storyline and characterization. Emma's seeking ways of awakening the past through the recovery of her memory stuck out for me, and maybe she would find peace or the truth.

[Leen282]

I wonder if cousin Lucy is who she says she is. Having disappeared for eight years, and suddenly coming back. Will Emma get a grip on the facts surrounding the accident? Was it really her fault. This psychological thriller will definitely be to my liking.