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Afterlife

Marcus Sakey
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Afterlife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Marcus Sakey

Afterlife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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Super Short Summary

Afterlife by Marcus Sakey is a gripping thriller that follows FBI agents Brody and Claire, who investigate a series of connected murders. As they delve deeper, they encounter an unexpected, metaphysical dimension that challenges their understanding of life and death. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the nature of existence.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

17,696 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Afterlife by Marcus Sakey offers an intriguing blend of thriller and supernatural elements. Readers appreciate the fast-paced narrative and thought-provoking themes. However, some find the plot twists predictable and the character development lacking. Overall, it's a gripping read for those seeking excitement and speculative fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Afterlife?

Readers who would enjoy Afterlife by Marcus Sakey are fans of thrillers entwined with supernatural elements. If you appreciated the intense pacing of Stephen King's The Stand or the intricate plotting in Neil Gaiman's American Gods, this book will captivate you. Sakey's novel blends crime, romance, and the metaphysical in a gripping narrative.

3.9

17,696 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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