Second Glance
Second Glance
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
Beta448
Novel • Fiction
Vermont • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
840L
Super Short Summary
Second Glance by Jodi Picoult explores themes of love, grief, and the supernatural. The story follows a man experiencing profound loss while intertwining a century-old mystery involving Native American land rights. The novel delves into generational connections and the quest for closure.
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Review Roundup
Second Glance by Jodi Picoult combines themes of love, loss, and history through a complex narrative that involves ghost hunting and a mysterious eugenics project. Positive reviews praise the emotional depth and well-researched historical elements. Negative critiques mention confusing multiple timelines and an overabundance of characters, which can detract from the story's focus.
Who Should Read Second Glance?
Fans of Jodi Picoult's Second Glance would likely enjoy complex, emotionally-driven narratives that blend mystery with supernatural elements. Readers of Alice Sebold's The Lovely Bones or Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife would find similar depth and poignant storytelling in this book.
52,630 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
448
Novel • Fiction
Vermont • Early 2000s
2004
Adult
18+ years
840L
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