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Blood Orange

Harriet Tyce
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Blood Orange

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Harriet Tyce

Blood Orange

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

378

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blood Orange by Harriet Tyce centers on a driven barrister named Alison Bailey who juggles her complex personal life with a high-stakes murder case. The story explores themes of deceit, betrayal, and the pursuit of justice, highlighting Alison's struggles and the darker aspects of human relationships.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

144,303 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Blood Orange by Harriet Tyce offers a gripping psychological thriller filled with twists and complex characters. Reviewers praised the novel's tension and Tyce's sharp writing. However, some felt the plot was occasionally predictable and the protagonist unlikable. Overall, it's a compelling read that keeps audiences invested despite minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blood Orange?

Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, complex female protagonists, and moral ambiguity will find Blood Orange by Harriet Tyce captivating. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will appreciate the gripping drama and the dark, suspenseful narrative in this electrifying debut.

3.9

144,303 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

378

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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