The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau
The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
Beta252
Novel • Fiction
•
Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionSaint-Louis, France • 2000s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau is a psychological thriller by Graeme Macrae Burnet. The story follows socially awkward bartender Manfred Baumann as he becomes the focus of a police investigation after a waitress, Adèle Bedeau, mysteriously vanishes in a small French town. The narrative explores themes of isolation, identity, and the consequences of suspicion.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Gritty
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
7,042 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Graeme Macrae Burnet's The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau captivates with its atmospheric tension and intricate character study. Reviews highlight its clever plot and meticulous attention to detail. However, some readers find its pacing slow, with a preference for more dynamic storytelling. Overall, it is a masterful psychological mystery that intrigues through mood and depth.
Who Should Read The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau?
Readers who appreciate psychological thrillers with a noir edge will enjoy The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeau. Fans of Patricia Highsmith’s The Talented Mr. Ripley may be drawn to its exploration of the complexities of identity and morality. The book’s intricate character study and suspenseful narrative appeal to those liking introspective, moody tales.
7,042 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
252
Novel • Fiction
•
Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionSaint-Louis, France • 2000s
2014
Adult
18+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!