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Birdman (Jack Caffery, #1)

Mo Hayder
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Birdman (Jack Caffery, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Mo Hayder

Birdman (Jack Caffery, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Mo Hayder's Birdman follows Detective Inspector Jack Caffery as he investigates a gruesome series of murders in London. The story delves into the dark and twisted human psyche, unveiling disturbing secrets and complex characters. Caffery must navigate personal and professional challenges to uncover the truth behind the killings.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

27,927 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mo Hayder’s Birdman is lauded for its gripping, dark narrative and complex characters, particularly Jack Caffery. Critics appreciate the suspenseful plot and intricate details. However, some find the graphic content disturbing and the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s a compelling yet harrowing read for fans of crime thrillers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Birdman (Jack Caffery, #1)?

Readers who enjoy Birdman by Mo Hayder typically appreciate dark, psychological thrillers with gritty realism. Fans of Thomas Harris' The Silence of the Lambs and Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series will find similar intense suspense, complex characters, and gripping, macabre plots.

4.0

27,927 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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