I'd Know You Anywhere
I'd Know You Anywhere
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionMaryland • 1980s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
I'd Know You Anywhere by Laura Lippman follows a woman who survived a kidnapping as a teenager. Years later, the kidnapper contacts her from death row, leading her to confront past traumas and navigate complex emotions. The story explores themes of memory, survival, and identity.
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Review Roundup
Laura Lippman's I'd Know You Anywhere captivates with its gripping plot and strong characterization. Readers praise the suspenseful, well-crafted narrative but criticize the pacing, finding it uneven in parts. Overall, the psychological depth and emotional resonance of the story stand out, offering a compelling read despite any minor flaws.
Who Should Read I'd Know You Anywhere?
Fans of psychological suspense and character-driven mysteries will relish I’d Know You Anywhere by Laura Lippman. Readers who appreciate Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Tana French’s Dublin Murder Squad series will find similar thrills and nuanced narratives. Ideal for those who enjoy exploring themes of crime, trauma, and redemption.
21,913 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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I'd Know You Anywhere by Laura Lippman was nominated for the Anthony Award for Best Novel in 2011, showcasing its critical acclaim in the crime and mystery literature community.
The book draws inspiration from a real-life encounter Laura Lippman had, where she wondered about the psychological aftermath for victims who encounter their captors later in life.
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Laura Lippman, a former journalist, often weaves her understanding of crime reporting and character study into her novels, providing a rich narrative texture to her stories.
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionMaryland • 1980s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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