Broken Monsters
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
441
Novel • Fiction
Detroit, Michigan • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
In Broken Monsters by Lauren Beukes, readers follow Detective Gabriella Versado as she investigates a series of gruesome murders in Detroit. The narrative weaves together multiple perspectives, exploring themes of art, ambition, and duality in a gritty, urban setting.
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Lauren Beukes’ Broken Monsters is lauded for its inventive narrative blending crime thriller and supernatural horror, creating an atmospheric and gripping experience. Critics praise its compelling characters and social commentary. However, some find the plot convoluted and its many intertwined storylines challenging to follow. Overall, it's an ambitious and unique novel that may polarize readers.
Readers who enjoy The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson or The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson will be captivated by Lauren Beukes' Broken Monsters. This novel will appeal to those who appreciate a blend of gritty crime, supernatural elements, and psychological depth. Ideal for fans of dark, genre-bending thrillers.
24,975 ratings
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441
Novel • Fiction
Detroit, Michigan • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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