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Distress Signals

Catherine Ryan Howard
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Distress Signals

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Catherine Ryan Howard

Distress Signals

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Irish Literature
Setting

Cruise Ship • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Distress Signals by Catherine Ryan Howard, a person's life unravels after their partner vanishes during a cruise. As the individual investigates further, they uncover unsettling secrets and deceit aboard the vessel. This thriller explores themes of disappearance, mystery, and the impact of unforeseen events.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

13,827 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Catherine Ryan Howard's Distress Signals is lauded for its gripping plot and well-crafted suspense, engaging readers from start to finish. The novel's intricate storytelling and strong character development are praised, yet some critics find the pacing uneven. Overall, it is a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts, with its strengths outweighing minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Distress Signals?

Readers who enjoy Distress Signals by Catherine Ryan Howard are likely fans of fast-paced thrillers with intricate plots. They might also appreciate works like The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins or Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson, which similarly explore suspense and psychological twists.

3.9

13,827 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Irish Literature
Setting

Cruise Ship • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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