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386
Novel • Fiction
Beckford, England • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
HL760L
In Into the Water by Paula Hawkins, Nel Abbott's death brings her estranged sister Jules back to their hometown of Beckford. As Jules navigates the mystery surrounding Nel's death, she encounters various characters, including Nel's daughter Lena, grieving the recent death of her best friend Katie in similar circumstances. Detectives Townsend and Morgan investigate, revealing complex relationships, buried secrets, and historical connections to a local site known as the Drowning Pool. The story intertwines personal histories and the impact of the past on the present, culminating in revelations that reshape characters' lives. This book includes depictions of sexual assault and suicide.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
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Into the Water by Paula Hawkins has received mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights Hawkins' strong character development and the atmospheric setting, which adds to the novel's suspense. However, some reviewers found the plot convoluted and the multiple perspectives challenging to follow. The overall reception acknowledges Hawkins' skillful writing but suggests the narrative complexity may not appeal to everyone.
Readers who enjoyed The Girl on the Train or Gone Girl will likely relish Into the Water, which offers a gripping psychological thriller full of twists and dark secrets. Ideal for those who appreciate complex characters and a suspenseful, immersive narrative, this book will keep them on edge.
444,226 ratings
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386
Novel • Fiction
Beckford, England • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
HL760L
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