Beaudin does a great job exploring themes of secrecy, vulnerability, and redemption. The pacing may feel slow for readers who prefer action-driven plots, but for those who appreciate introspective storytelling, that deliberate pace is part of the charm.

The character work? Strong. The emotional tension? Subtle but powerful. It’s the kind of story that makes you pause between chapters just to sit with what you read.

I really enjoyed getting to read this psychological novel, it had that element that I was looking for and enjoyed figuring out what was going on during this and getting into the dark element of this book. The characters were written in a way that worked in this universe and was glad I was able to go on this journey with them. Onidas J. Beaudin has a strong writing style and am excited for more from them.

Thanks to Onidas J. Beaudin, Victory Editing and NetGalley for this free copy of Locks and Keys. I am leaving this review voluntarily and all opinions expressed are my own.

I will start off with the positives from this book. The author's writing style was very engaging and I appreciated the quality of their descriptions.

However, I must admit that for the majority of the book I had absolutely no idea what was going on and I struggled to follow the plot. It didn't grip me the way other books in this genre have and I think this was purely down to me struggling to work out what was happening.

Despite this, there can be no argument that the author is fantastic at building atmosphere and succeeded in making the scenes suspenseful and at times downright creepy (especially where little Eli was concerned).

Perhaps I wasnt picking up on the subtlety of the writing or reading the subtext, but I was left with more questions than answers at the end.

*A DARK AND TWISTED RIDE: Locks and Keys by Onidas J. Beaudin 😱*

Onidas J. Beaudin's "Locks and Keys" is a dark and gripping psychological novel that'll leave you breathless 😮. The story follows a complex exploration of trauma, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy.

Beaudin's writing is atmospheric and engaging, crafting a narrative that's both a poignant exploration of the human psyche and a thrilling ride 📚. The plot is expertly woven, with twists and turns that'll keep you guessing 🤔.

If you enjoy dark and suspenseful novels with plenty of twists, "Locks and Keys" is a compelling read.