My Latest Vacation Read: The Woman in Cabin 10
There’s nothing quite like reading a suspenseful mystery while you’re actually on a ship. On my last cruise, I dove into The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware — and wow, was it the perfect vacation read. Equal parts gripping and atmospheric, it had just the right amount of tension to keep me turning pages between sunsets and sea days.
Quick Synopsis
The story follows Lo Blacklock, a travel journalist who’s assigned to cover the maiden voyage of a luxury cruise liner. Everything seems picture-perfect… until one night, Lo believes she witnesses a woman being thrown overboard. But when all passengers are accounted for, she’s left questioning what she saw — or if she’s losing her mind entirely. Think Agatha Christie meets Gone Girl, but set against a backdrop of glittering ocean views and unnervingly silent hallways.
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Why It Was Perfect for My Cruise
Reading The Woman in Cabin 10 while actually at sea added a layer of delicious irony to the experience. There’s something thrilling about reading a locked-room mystery where the “room” happens to be floating in the middle of the ocean — especially when you’re sipping a cocktail on your balcony!
Now Streaming on Netflix
If you loved the book (or want to skip straight to the screen), the new Netflix adaptation starring Keira Knightley just dropped! It captures the moody, claustrophobic tension of the story beautifully — and it’s a must-watch for mystery lovers and cruise enthusiasts alike.
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The Perfect Pairing for Your Next Voyage
If you’re packing for your next cruise and want something that’ll keep you hooked from sail-away to sea day, add The Woman in Cabin 10 to your reading list. Just… maybe don’t read it right before bed if your cabin door starts creaking in the night. 😉
