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Pretty Baby

Mary Kubica
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Pretty Baby

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

Book Brief

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Mary Kubica

Pretty Baby

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

380

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica, a woman named Heidi encounters a young homeless girl, Willow, with an infant. Driven by empathy, Heidi invites them into her home. This decision dramatically impacts Heidi's family and uncovers hidden secrets, leading to unforeseen consequences.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

73,842 ratings

64%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica offers an engaging psychological thriller that captivates with its intricate character development and suspenseful plot. Praised for its compelling narrative and unexpected twists, it nonetheless receives some criticism for pacing issues and character believability. Overall, it is a gripping read for fans of the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Pretty Baby?

A reader who would enjoy Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica is likely drawn to psychological thrillers with intense character development and suspenseful plot twists. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will appreciate Kubica's skillful weaving of mystery and drama.

3.9

73,842 ratings

64%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

380

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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