Rock Paper Scissors: A Thrilling Game of Secrets and Twists

Alice Feeney’s, Rock Paper Scissors, can feel predictable, while others catch you completely off guard, but every turn is carefully crafted into the fabric of the story.

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Synopsis: Rock Paper Scissors

Things Have Been Wrong with Mr. and Mrs. Wright for a Long Time

Adam and Amelia Wright have spent ten years together, bound by a series of rituals and secrets.

Adam—a workaholic screenwriter with face blindness, unable to recognize even his closest family and friends—has always relied on traditional anniversary gifts: paper, cotton, pottery, tin. Each year,

Amelia writes him a deeply personal letter, one that he’s never taken the time to read.

Now, when they unexpectedly win a weekend getaway to Scotland, both know that this trip isn’t just a break—it’s a turning point. Beneath the promise of a romantic escape, tension simmers.

One of them is hiding the truth, and someone may be determined to keep their happily ever after out of reach.

In a marriage built on ten years of secrets, this anniversary could either mend their fractured bond or shatter it forever.

Review: Rock Paper Scissors

Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney is a cleverly constructed mystery thriller that takes readers on a wild ride through a labyrinth of twists and turns—each more unexpected than the last.

The novel focuses on Adam and Amelia Wright, a couple desperate to salvage their troubled marriage by seizing the opportunity of a weekend retreat in a deserted converted church.

After the long drive from London, compounded by an approaching storm, sets the stage for a tense, atmospheric journey that promises both reconciliation and revelation.

One of the most impressive aspects of Rock Paper Scissors is Feeney’s masterful use of multiple perspectives. The narrative seamlessly shifts at the beginning of each chapter, ensuring that readers are never confused about whose eyes they are seeing the unfolding drama through.

This technique enriches the story, as we get to witness not only the events as they occur, but also the inner thoughts and motivations of each character.

For instance, an early scene involving a missing mobile phone—expected to be in the car’s glove compartment—unfolds as we learn from another perspective that one of the characters had deliberately left it at home.

Such moments add layers of intrigue and underscore the meticulous plotting behind every twist.

Another innovative narrative device is the couple’s unique anniversary tradition. Every year, on their wedding anniversary, Amelia writes Adam a letter detailing the highs and lows of their marriage over the past year.

These letters serve as both a chronological roadmap of their evolving relationship and a subtle means of advancing the plot. They offer readers intimate insights into how their bond has changed over time, highlighting both the cumulative weight of their shared history and the secrets that slowly unravel throughout the novel.

While some twists may feel predictable and others catch you completely off guard, every turn is carefully woven into the fabric of the story. Feeney’s ability to balance predictable genre elements with innovative storytelling makes Rock Paper Scissors a must-read for fans of mystery thrillers. It’s a novel that promises—and largely delivers—a rollercoaster of suspense, emotional complexity, and unexpected revelations.

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Rock Paper Scissors is a brilliantly paced mystery thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. With its expertly managed multiple perspectives, inventive narrative devices, and an abundance of twists, Alice Feeney has crafted a story that is as engaging as it is unpredictable. For those in search of a mystery that challenges your assumptions and keeps you on the edge of your seat, this novel is well worth your time.

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