The Darkest Corners
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
352
Novel • Fiction
Western Pennsylvania • 2010s
2016
YA
14-18 years
740L
In The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas, eighteen-year-old Tessa returns to her hometown of Fayette, Pennsylvania, to visit her dying father in prison, where she reunites with her former best friend, Callie. Together, Tessa and Callie begin to question their memories and the events surrounding the murder of Tessa's cousin, Lori, which they witnessed years ago, ultimately investigating whether the convicted killer is truly guilty. The book addresses trauma and violence.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
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The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas is a gripping psychological thriller that captivates readers with its intense plot and complex characters. While the story's suspense and dark themes are compelling, some readers find the pacing slow and the ending predictable. Overall, it is praised for its dark atmosphere and intricate narrative but noted for occasional uneven pacing.
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with a blend of suspense and dark secrets, akin to Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, will find The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas captivating. It appeals to fans of intricate mysteries and unreliable narrators.
12,011 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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352
Novel • Fiction
Western Pennsylvania • 2010s
2016
YA
14-18 years
740L
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