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If I Die Tonight

Alison Gaylin
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If I Die Tonight

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

Book Brief

Alison Gaylin

If I Die Tonight

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

365

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hudson Valley, New York • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

If I Die Tonight by Alison Gaylin is a thriller set in Havenkill, Hudson Valley, where a quiet teenager, Wade Reed, becomes the prime suspect in a hit-and-run incident that critically injures a local boy, Liam Miller, leading to an intense investigation that reveals deep town secrets and strained familial relationships. Topics include murder, parental divorce, and teenage gang violence.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Emotional

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.0

8,247 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

If I Die Tonight by Alison Gaylin is a gripping thriller that skillfully intertwines suspense and character development. Critics praise its fast-paced narrative and intricate plot twists. However, some find the multiple perspectives confusing at times. Overall, it's a compelling read that effectively portrays the complexities of modern life and social media.

Who should read this

Who Should Read If I Die Tonight?

Fans of suspenseful, character-driven thrillers like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will enjoy If I Die Tonight by Alison Gaylin. This novel appeals to readers who appreciate gripping mysteries with complex characters and a focus on emotional and psychological depth.

4.0

8,247 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

365

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hudson Valley, New York • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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