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Best Kept Secret

Amy Hatvany
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Best Kept Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Amy Hatvany

Best Kept Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Dramatic Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Seattle, Washington • 2010s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Best Kept Secret, Amy Hatvany explores the life of a mother grappling with alcoholism while trying to maintain her role as a parent. The story delves into the struggles of addiction, the impact on family dynamics, and the journey toward recovery and understanding. The narrative emphasizes resilience and the complexities of personal and familial challenges.

Emotional

Challenging

Heartwarming

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.0

5,828 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Best Kept Secret by Amy Hatvany is praised for its poignant exploration of addiction and motherhood, with readers appreciating the emotional depth and relatable protagonist. However, some critique the narrative's pace and predictability. Overall, it delivers a compelling, thought-provoking story that resonates with readers seeking emotional and realistic portrayals of personal struggle.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Best Kept Secret?

A reader who would enjoy Best Kept Secret by Amy Hatvany is likely interested in contemporary women's fiction exploring themes of motherhood and personal struggle. Fans of Jodi Picoult's Leaving Time and Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies may find this novel compelling due to its emotional depth and realistic characterizations.

4.0

5,828 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Dramatic Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Seattle, Washington • 2010s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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