Only Daughter
Only Daughter
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
288
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 2000s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Anna Snoekstra's psychological thriller Only Daughter, a homeless woman claims to be Rebecca "Bec" Winter, a girl who mysteriously disappeared in 2003. By posing as Bec, she avoids a jail sentence and is welcomed by Bec’s family. As she learns more about the real Bec’s disturbing experiences, she discovers dark secrets within the family and realizes she may not be safe. Sensitive topics: kidnapping, psychological manipulation, animal cruelty.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
10,501 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Anna Snoekstra's Only Daughter offers a gripping psychological thriller with compelling twists and a dark atmosphere. Readers praised its intense pacing and the protagonist's complex characterization. Criticisms centered upon predictable plot elements and occasional lapses in narrative logic. Overall, a strong entry in the thriller genre.
Who Should Read Only Daughter?
A reader captivated by psychological thrillers and intricate family dynamics will enjoy Only Daughter by Anna Snoekstra. Fans of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train will appreciate the gripping suspense and complex character studies. This reader thrives on twists, unreliable narrators, and dark, engrossing narratives.
10,501 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 2000s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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