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Abandon

Blake Crouch
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Abandon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Blake Crouch

Abandon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

521

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Abandon, Colorado • 1890s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Abandon by Blake Crouch intertwines two timelines: one in 1893, where inhabitants of a mining town mysteriously disappear, and another in present day, where people investigate the vanished town's secrets. The novel explores themes of survival, mystery, and the human condition against harsh environments.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

48,494 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Abandon by Blake Crouch receives praise for its gripping, fast-paced narrative and well-executed dual timelines. Critics highlight its atmospheric tension and compelling characters. However, some reviews find the plot convoluted and the darker themes unsettling. Overall, it is seen as an engaging thriller with strong suspense elements, despite a few narrative complexities.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Abandon?

Readers who enjoy meticulous suspense and supernatural twists will find Abandon by Blake Crouch captivating. Fans of Stephen King's The Shining and Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects will appreciate Crouch's intricate plotting and haunting atmosphere. The novel suits those who relish dark mysteries intertwined with eerie, historical elements.

3.8

48,494 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

521

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Abandon, Colorado • 1890s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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