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Every Fifteen Minutes

Lisa Scottoline
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Every Fifteen Minutes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

Book Brief

Lisa Scottoline

Every Fifteen Minutes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Every Fifteen Minutes by Lisa Scottoline is a thriller that alternates between the first-person perspective of a self-described sociopath and a third-person narrative focusing on Dr. Eric Parrish, a brilliant psychiatrist. Eric navigates professional and personal challenges while being targeted by the sociopath, who manipulates his life, leading to a suspenseful unraveling of the antagonist’s true identity. Topics include mental health struggles, suicidal ideation, and violence.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

40,444 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lisa Scottoline’s Every Fifteen Minutes has received mixed reviews. The novel's fast pacing and unexpected twists are praised, keeping readers engaged. However, some criticized the character development and found the plot occasionally implausible. Despite this, its gripping suspense makes it a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Every Fifteen Minutes?

Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers by Lisa Gardner and Harlan Coben would be captivated by Lisa Scottoline’s Every Fifteen Minutes. Fans of intricately plotted suspense novels with complex characters and twists reminiscent of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl will find this an engaging read.

3.9

40,444 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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