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Force of Nature

Jane Harper
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Force of Nature

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Jane Harper

Force of Nature

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

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australian Wilderness • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Force of Nature by Jane Harper, Federal Financial Crimes Investigator Aaron Falk investigates the disappearance of Alice Russell, a corporate whistleblower, during a company retreat in the remote Giralang Mountains. As Falk and his partner Carmen delve into Alice’s last known movements, the narrative alternates between their investigation and the events leading up to Alice’s vanishing, revealing company tensions and personal conflicts among the colleagues.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.0

149,527 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Summary of Force of Nature by Jane Harper

Jane Harper's Force of Nature captivates with its atmospheric setting and intricate plot. Praised for its suspenseful storytelling and deep character development, the novel keeps readers engaged. However, some critique the pacing as occasionally slow. Overall, it’s a compelling read with a profound sense of place and complex interpersonal dynamics.

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Who Should Read Force of Nature?

Readers who relish atmospheric mysteries and character-driven narratives will enjoy Jane Harper's Force of Nature. Comparable to Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl and Tana French's In the Woods, this novel appeals to those fascinated by complex plot twists and psychological suspense. It’s perfect for fans of gripping, layered stories set against natural backdrops.

4.0

149,527 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australian Wilderness • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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