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In My Dreams I Hold A Knife
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Book Brief
345
Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead is a dual-timeline campus mystery/thriller set at the fictional Duquette University. Ambitious Jessica Miller faces her past at a 10-year reunion, where she reunites with her college friends, the East House Seven, and delves into unresolved memories regarding the murder of their friend Heather Shelby, in a gripping "whodunit" narrative. This book contains depictions of physical and sexual violence.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Emotional
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Ashley Winstead's In My Dreams I Hold A Knife has garnered praise for its gripping narrative and complex characters. Critics commend the intricate plot and suspenseful twists. However, some note its pacing issues and a few predictable elements. Overall, it is a compelling psychological thriller that keeps readers engaged.
Who Should Read In My Dreams I Hold A Knife?
Fans of gripping psychological thrillers and dark academia will enjoy Ashley Winstead's In My Dreams I Hold A Knife. This book appeals to readers who loved Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Donna Tartt's The Secret History, offering a blend of suspense, complex characters, and a hauntingly atmospheric setting.
345
Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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