Lock Every Door by Riley Sager by Isabella Giuliani

Lock Every Door by Riley Sager

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-04 17:14:05 UTC

Quote

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:10:49 UTC

“Every so often, life offers you a restart button. When it does, you need to press it as hard as you can” (Sager 12).

Conflict

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:13:38 UTC

As Jules Larsen uncovers the sinister secrets behind the Bartholomew building, she is lead into a dangerous game of manipulation and survival.

Plot Summary

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:14:51 UTC

Jules Larson was took up an apartment sitter job offer for $500 a day in New York City’s most famous apartment complex, the Bartholomew. She eventually discovers the Bartholomew’s dark, twisted history and realizes that her life is endangered by the person she least expected.

Setting

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:18:02 UTC

Lock Every Door takes place in the Bartholomew building in New York City.

Theme

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:18:29 UTC

One of the major themes in this book is psychological manipulation which is shown through power dynamics, control issues, and perception manipulation among characters. The mysterious rules, unique architecture, and the way the characters interact with each other creates a suspenseful atmosphere, delving into the thrilling dynamics of manipulation and control that keep readers on edge.

Jules Larsen

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:19:39 UTC

Jules Larsen is strong, brave, motivated, persevering, and smart. “Always risin’ from the ashes / Mendin’ all her gashes” - You’re Losing Me by Taylor Swift. She was at her emotionally lowest point and about to be murdered yet she fought back and made it out alive.

Dr. Nick

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:20:13 UTC

Dr. Nick presents himself as a caring and trustworthy doctor. But later in the book, he flips the script and reveals his dark motives and his involvement in psychological manipulation. “‘Cause, darling, I’m a nightmare dressed like a daydream” - Blank Space by Taylor Swift.

Ingrid

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:21:18 UTC

Ingrid plays a crucial role in unraveling the mysteries of the book. She unlocks secrets and reveals the hidden truths within the Bartholomew building. “Dear reader, get out your map / Pick somewhere and just run” - Dear Reader by Taylor Swift.

Cinematic Transition Swoosh Heartbeat Trailer

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:22:32 UTC

Lock Every Door is a mysterious and suspenseful psychological thriller and this audio builds suspense.

5 Stars

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:22:58 UTC

I give Lock Every Door 5 stars because the book is structured by flashbacks to present and repeats which makes it super suspenseful and keeps me on my toes and it’s a very good mystery to read. Keep in mind, I despise reading and I absolutely love this book.

Riley Sager Interview - Lock Every Door

sisabellagiuliani — 2023-12-14 16:26:44 UTC

This is a recorded radio interview with the author, Riley Sager, discussing his book.