The Fridge Drawings

by D. Bunyan

Burdened with passions, resentments and unhappiness Jennifer’s extended family is arriving at her house in France for a holiday. When they leave she will give them modest gifts that will put their already fragile relationships into meltdown. Alec’s love affair with Jennifer’s son is to become one of the casualties. In his desperation to retrieve the relationship he finds himself out of his depth as the lies mount up. But the sweet, reliable Alec is forced to discover that the arts of lying and money laundering have their uses.

‘Now, how does the lovely Jennifer disguise her money?’ says Alec confidently, ‘Let me count the ways. Dollars under the wallpaper? Diamonds hammered into the floorboards? Old masters sewn into the curtains? Cocaine in the U bend?’
No, she’s far cleverer than that.

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Mystery, M M Romance

265 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 16, 2016

Reviews

[Billy Buttons · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was entered in the 2016 Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:

Title: The Fridge Drawings
Author: D. Bunyan
Star Rating: 4.5 Stars
Number of Readers: 23
Stats
Editing: 9/10
Writing Style: 9/10
Content: 9/10
Cover: 10/10
Of the 23 readers:
20 would read another book by this author.
23 thought the cover was good or excellent.
23 felt it was easy to follow.
21 would recommend this story to another reader to try.
9 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’.
14 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘developing the characters’.
16 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
20 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.

Readers’ Comments
‘A very enjoyable read. I liked that there were so many twists in this family saga. The characters were the strongest part of the story, the author working particularly well with speech.’ Male reader, aged 52
‘Most interesting character: Jennifer. Author’s strongest skill: characterization. Loved the cover too!’ Female reader, aged 61
Fascinating. I would think anybody who enjoys really getting to know characters and how they tick will enjoy this. Family intrigue is always fascinating; I was a big fan of Dallas when I was younger. The author did a wonderful job here. I enjoyed it very much.’ Female reader, aged 67
‘Best book in this year’s awards.’ Male reader, aged 66
‘Full of lying and dodgy goings-on, this is a delightful family saga with depth and awash with lessons for any family who keeps too any secrets.’ Male reader, aged 39

‘A fascinating insight into the complexity of the family. A finalist and highly recommended,’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards

[Fiona Minchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and it was a perfect holiday read with enough suspense to be interesting and keep the pages turning, but not too intense or heavy. The plot had a few twists and turns and kept me guessing right up until the end. It was well written and the characters were beautifully depicted and when I reached the end of the book felt that I wanted to know more about them and what they were going to do next with their lives. I hope there will be a sequel .....

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story! What a mix of characters - and all very well portrayed. So much subterfuge and different accounts told to different people that it really keeps you guessing. I don't feel I can say much more than that without giving too much away. A good read. This is my voluntary review in return for a free copy of the book.

[Kindle Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Family saga?

Thus book was given to me and I am voluntarily writing a review. I was hesitant to keep reading because I had the impression this was one of those sweet family sagas that a holiday together solves all. Boy, was I wrong. Family relations are covered but in an intriguing way. Be sure to stay to the end.

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I won a copy of this book.

I enjoyed this book. The characters in the story are complex and have interesting lives. The story moved along and kept me reading.

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit of a page turner ...more turns than a melodrama

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting book with an intriguing plot. A family with complicated lives and secrets. Some unexpected twists kept up the interest.

[Marcus Bicknell · Rating 5 out of 5]

The idea, the book's premise, of how the family inheritance (good or bad) is hidden and passed on, is really clever and surprising. The characters come alive as you get deep into the book. I came away feeling entertained and satisfied. Good job.

[Alison Wisbeach · Rating 5 out of 5]

A complex and fascinating story of a family who are anything but straightforward and honest with each other. Without giving the game away the person who should hold things together is surprisingly devious providing lots of unexpected turns that make you want to keep reading. The characters are well written and believable with a nice rhythm to the story line. Actually there are several threads to follow that add to the intrigue. There were plenty of 'wow, I didn't expect that' moments as you,like the family members, try to make sense of the unexpected events. The book will not fail to capture you and is an interesting and compelling read. I hope there is a sequel as I'm sure there is more to this tale! I really really enjoyed it - more please!

[Susie Bicknell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good characterisation for an intriguing plot that keeps you turning the pages: what happens when your life plan suddenly has a big upset. Perceptive reflection on relationships formed within extended families and the conflicts and friendships that arise. Definitely worth reading.

[Suze · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story. A real page turner. I would like to see it on screen!

[Ruth Beddow · Rating 4 out of 5]

A complex web of family relationships in a background of skullduggery. This gradually reveals itself as you read the book and the characters open up. all is not as it seems. An unusual and quirky plot, it kept me hooked till the end.