The Doppelganger - Blog Tour

Author: Cole Baxter

Publisher: Inkubator Books

Publishing Date: 5th March 2023

Many thanks to Zooloos BT and the publishing team for digital copy of the book and a spot on the blog tour. 

Blurb

He looks just like her husband. But who is he really? 

And what is he planning to do with her?

 

Emmeline Hopkins-Keller is in paradise, sharing a luxurious holiday on a tropical island with her husband Jeffrey and his family. But it’s hard to relax and enjoy it when she knows her marriage is in deep trouble.

 

One fateful night, a cataclysmic argument between Emmeline and Jeffrey sends him fleeing into the deep, dark forest. A day later he is still missing, leaving everyone shocked and bewildered.

 

Then, a miracle. Jeffrey turns up unharmed and wants to reconcile. But something is horribly wrong. He looks and sounds like Jeffrey, but Emmeline is 100% sure he's not the man she married. Even if everyone in his family is welcoming this stranger with open arms.

 

Which leaves her wondering, who exactly is this imposter? And how can he deceive everyone around him? And most of all – what are his plans for Emmeline?

 

Struggling to believe that everyone around her is lying, Emmeline begins to doubt herself, to lose her grip on reality. Only one thing is certain – when she finally uncovers the terrifying truth, her life will be changed forever.

My Thoughts

This book sends your head spinning!

This is very much a character driven book which I always enjoy reading. In doing so we get to do a bit of a deep dive into the main characters. But this book is written in such a way that it sends your constantly switching up your mind about Emmeline and Jeremy. I found myself starting to dislike Emmeline and suspect her alot as the plot progresses. In doing so you begin to not have much sympathy for her. 

We are also introduced The Keller family very early on and get to know about their privileged lifestyle and and a bit about how they respond. As much as the story is about Emmeline and Jeffery they play a huge role in the twist and turns the plot provides and the explosive ending. 

I did feel some parts did become a bit repetitive  which in some ways was good if you read the book over a few days as it was a good reminder. The ending and final twist was worth it, and picks up really quickly. 

This book from start to finish is dark, creepy and filled with suspense and intrigue and I really enjoyed it.