55 pages • 1 hour read
A Simple Favor
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Book Brief
371
Novel • Fiction
Suburban Connecticut • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell, Stephanie Ward, a motherhood blogger, becomes entangled in a complex web of deceit when her best friend Emily Nelson vanishes after asking Stephanie to watch her son. As Stephanie grows closer to Emily’s husband, Sean, she soon discovers shocking secrets about Emily, including a pivotal scheme involving Emily’s missing twin sister. The novel includes depictions of death by suicide, substance abuse, sexual and physical abuse, incest, and murder.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
74,638 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell is a fast-paced thriller that captivates readers with its intriguing plot and unexpected twists. Positive reviews praise its engaging, suspenseful narrative and well-developed characters. Criticisms mainly focus on its implausible scenarios and sometimes disjointed storyline. Overall, it's a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.
Who Should Read A Simple Favor?
Readers who relish psychological thrillers with intricate plot twists and character-driven mysteries would enjoy A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will appreciate the suspenseful storytelling and the exploration of dark secrets among seemingly ordinary individuals.
74,638 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
371
Novel • Fiction
Suburban Connecticut • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
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