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Before She Knew Him

Peter Swanson
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Before She Knew Him

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Peter Swanson

Before She Knew Him

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

309

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson is a psychological thriller about a woman named Hen who discovers unsettling similarities between a neighborhood crime and her own experiences, leading her to suspect her neighbor of a heinous act. The narrative explores her attempts to uncover the truth and the ensuing tension.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

66,531 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson is a gripping psychological thriller praised for its engaging plot and well-drawn characters. Readers appreciate the suspense and unexpected twists. However, some critique its pacing and find parts of the plot predictable. Overall, it offers an intense and satisfying read for thriller fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Before She Knew Him?

Fans of psychological thrillers like The Girl on the Train and Gone Girl will relish Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy dark, suspenseful stories with unexpected twists and complex characters, exploring the depths of human psyche and moral ambiguity.

4.0

66,531 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

309

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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