The Double Bind
The Double Bind
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
395
Novel • Fiction
Vermont • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian is a 2007 psychological thriller set in present-day Vermont that follows college student Laurel Estabrook, who becomes timid and private after being assaulted while on a bike ride. She immerses herself in photography and working at a homeless shelter, where she meets Bobbie Crocker. Her investigation into Crocker's mysterious past intertwines with her struggle to distinguish reality from her traumatic memories of the assault. The novel touches on sensitive themes related to sexual assault and mental health.
Challenging
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian captivates with its psychological depth and gripping narrative, offering a compelling blend of suspense and character exploration. Praised for its intricate plot and evocative prose, some readers find the pacing uneven and the resolution unsatisfactory. Nonetheless, it remains a thought-provoking read about trauma and reality.
Who Should Read The Double Bind?
Fans of psychological suspense, contemporary fiction, and intricate character studies will find The Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian compelling. Readers who enjoyed The Secret History by Donna Tartt or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will appreciate the novel's exploration of complex psychological themes and its unexpected twists.
30,991 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
395
Novel • Fiction
Vermont • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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