I have discovered I really love winter thrillers. Something about a group of people being trapped in the snow and dealing with a threat makes for a very enjoyable atmosphere. Shiver is definitely a solid take on the formula, with the snowboarding aspect adding a nice unique spin to it.
A group of friends reunite after a 10 year gap caused by the disappearance of their friend Saskia. Now in a mountain resort, things are starting to go wrong as it becomes clear someone is messing with them. Meanwhile you get flashes back to the past as the story of what really happened 10 years ago is uncovered.
Right off the bat, I really liked the unique aspects to this thriller. I've already mentioned the snowboarding but it really does provide an excellent backdrop for drama, as well as a solid reason for all the main characters to know each other. For this reason, the flashbacks to the past were my favourite parts because I really felt like the interpersonal dramas and general competitive atmosphere were executed so well. It gave the characters a lot of depth and made you care about the nuances which is so important in a thriller like this.
As an audiobook, this was a great experience. The narrator does a good French accent for one of the characters and has a lovely clear voice which was easy to listen to. I didn't get lost as to whether I was in the past or present and it was very easy to follow key plot points.
Overall, Shiver is a solid thriller with a lot of strengths to offer. It is the perfect read for a chilly day or if you fancy a thriller which really focuses on the character drama and dynamics. The ending is satisfying and makes sense, the tension is there and it doesn't overstay its welcome. For your next wintery read, Shiver is definitely worth a try.
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