62 pages • 2 hours read
Alice FeeneyDaisy Darker
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney follows the Darker family as they gather on a remote Cornish island for the 80th birthday of Beatrice Darker. Narrated by her granddaughter Daisy, the plot unravels as family members are murdered one by one, each death accompanied by cryptic poems. Trapped on the island with limited resources, the surviving members uncover dark family secrets as they attempt to identify the killer. References are made to suicide, abuse, substance use disorders, and the sexual assault of a minor.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney captivates readers with its atmospheric suspense and intricate plot twists, showcasing Feeney's adept storytelling. The novel's strong character development and engaging prose are widely appreciated. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the ending polarizing. Overall, it's a gripping read for mystery enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Daisy Darker?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None will find Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney captivating. This book appeals to those who love twisty, character-driven mysteries with a dark and atmospheric setting.