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Need to Know

Karen Cleveland
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Need to Know

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Karen Cleveland

Need to Know

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

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Need to Know by Karen Cleveland follows a CIA analyst who stumbles upon a dangerous secret that threatens her family and career. As she grapples with the implications, she must navigate complex moral dilemmas and protect her loved ones amidst escalating suspense. The story explores themes of trust, loyalty, and the blurry lines between enemies and allies.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

42,898 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Karen Cleveland’s Need to Know offers a gripping, espionage-filled thriller centered on a CIA analyst who discovers a life-altering secret. Reviews praise its fast pace and emotional stakes, although some criticize the predictability and lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of spy fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Need to Know?

A reader who enjoys fast-paced, suspenseful thrillers with strong female protagonists will relish Need to Know by Karen Cleveland. Fans of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will find its blend of espionage and domestic tension captivating.

4.0

42,898 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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