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A Good Marriage

Kimberly McCreight
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A Good Marriage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Kimberly McCreight

A Good Marriage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

410

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Brooklyn, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Good Marriage by Kimberly McCreight is a legal thriller that revolves around a murder in an upscale Brooklyn neighborhood. Lizzie Kitsakis, a lawyer, is drawn into the mystery when an old friend, Zach, seeks her help after being accused of killing his wife. The novel explores hidden secrets and complex relationships within the community.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

A Good Marriage by Kimberly McCreight has been praised for its gripping plot and well-drawn characters, providing an engaging thriller that keeps readers on edge. However, some reviewers felt the pacing was uneven and that certain plot twists were predictable. Overall, it is a compelling read with a strong sense of suspense, despite minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Good Marriage?

A reader who enjoys A Good Marriage by Kimberly McCreight would relish psychological thrillers and domestic suspense. Fans of Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies and Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl will appreciate this novel's intricate plot, character depth, and shocking twists, set against the backdrop of seemingly perfect suburban lives.

Book Details
Pages

410

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Brooklyn, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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