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An Unwanted Guest

Shari Lapena
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An Unwanted Guest

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

Book Brief

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Shari Lapena

An Unwanted Guest

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Countryside Resort • Present Day

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena follows a group of individuals stranded at a luxury hotel during a snowstorm. As tensions rise, they discover a series of mysterious events, leading them to suspect one another. Combining elements of suspense and mystery, the story unfolds through the perspectives of different characters as they navigate their predicament.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

155,672 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena is widely praised for its suspenseful and atmospheric setting. Reviewers appreciate the fast pace and tight plotting, reminiscent of classic whodunits. However, some critique the character development and find certain twists predictable. Overall, it is an engaging read for fans of the mystery genre.

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Who Should Read An Unwanted Guest?

A reader who enjoys An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena likely appreciates atmospheric, suspenseful thrillers with a strong sense of place. Fans of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None or Ruth Ware’s The Woman in Cabin 10 will find the book's isolated setting and intricate plotting particularly engaging.

4.0

155,672 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

An Unwanted Guest is inspired by classic whodunits and is set in a snowy, isolated hotel, which serves as an atmospheric backdrop reminiscent of Agatha Christie's style.

Author Shari Lapena draws on her background in law and her experience as an English teacher to create intricate plots and suspenseful narratives in her novels.

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The novel uniquely mixes elements of psychological thrillers and traditional murder mysteries, engaging readers with its modern twist on a timeless genre.

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Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Countryside Resort • Present Day

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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