Broken Harbour
Broken Harbour
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
496
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 2010s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Irish novelist Tana French’s crime novel Broken Harbour (2012), the fourth installment in the Dublin Murder Squad series, Detective Mick 'Scorcher' Kennedy and his new partner Richie Curran investigate the brutal attack on Jennifer and Patrick Spain and their two children in Brianstown, revealing layers of financial ruin, stalking, psychological breakdowns, and complex personal relationships. Sensitive topics include familial violence and mental health issues.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Tana French's Broken Harbour is lauded for its atmospheric tension and deep psychological insight. Critics appreciate the complex characters and well-crafted plot. However, some note the story's slower pace and occasional over-description. Overall, it’s praised as a compelling read within the crime genre, highlighting French’s skill in creating suspense and emotional depth.
Who Should Read Broken Harbour?
Readers who relish the psychological depth of Gone Girl and the intricate plotting of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will be captivated by Tana French's Broken Harbour. Fans of intense, character-driven mysteries with a strong sense of place and complex protagonists will find this novel compelling.
496
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 2010s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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