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One False Move (Myron Bolitar, #5)

Harlan Coben
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One False Move (Myron Bolitar, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Harlan Coben

One False Move (Myron Bolitar, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

383

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

One False Move by Harlan Coben follows sports agent Myron Bolitar as he protects basketball star Brenda Slaughter from unknown threats. The narrative intertwines personal histories, hidden motives, and a gripping search for truth, exploring themes of loyalty and danger.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

41,583 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

One False Move by Harlan Coben delivers a gripping thriller with complex characters and a fast-paced plot, praised for its engaging and unpredictable storyline. While many appreciate Coben's skillful writing and suspenseful twists, some criticize its reliance on familiar tropes and occasional predictability. Overall, it's a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read One False Move (Myron Bolitar, #5)?

Readers who enjoy suspenseful thrillers with complex plots and morally ambiguous characters will love Harlan Coben's One False Move. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Lee Child's Jack Reacher series will appreciate the intense pacing and intricate storytelling that Coben masterfully delivers.

4.3

41,583 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

383

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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