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Night Film

Marisha Pessl
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Night Film

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Marisha Pessl

Night Film

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

640

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Night Film by Marisha Pessl follows investigative journalist Scott McGrath as he delves into the mysterious death of Ashley Cordova, daughter of reclusive filmmaker Stanislas Cordova. The narrative blends multimedia elements and explores the dark, eerie world of Cordova’s cult films and the impact on those who encounter them.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

96,508 ratings

65%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Marisha Pessl's Night Film is lauded for its suspenseful and immersive narrative, blending thriller and horror elements with a unique multimedia format. Critics praise its atmospheric tension and compelling plot, though some note an overabundance of subplots and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it captivates with its dark, intricate storytelling, making it a polarizing but memorable read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Night Film?

Readers who relish eerie, intricately woven mysteries with a psychological twist will enjoy Night Film by Marisha Pessl. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will appreciate its dark, suspenseful narrative and multimedia approach to storytelling.

3.9

96,508 ratings

65%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

640

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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