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384
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
The Good Girl by Mary Kubica is a thriller that revolves around the kidnapping of 25-year-old Mia Dennett, an art teacher from Chicago. The novel alternates between events before and after her rescue, focusing on Mia's struggle to recover from amnesia and piece together the time spent with her captor, Colin, in a remote cabin. As memories resurface, Mia's family faces unraveling secrets.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Emotional
Unnerving
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The Good Girl by Mary Kubica offers a suspenseful and unpredictable narrative with complex character development that resonates with readers. While the psychological depth and plot twists are praised, some critics find the ending unsatisfying and the pacing uneven. This debut thriller still captivates with its emotional intensity and layered storytelling.
A reader who would enjoy The Good Girl by Mary Kubica is typically drawn to psychological thrillers with intricate plots and unexpected twists. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will appreciate the suspense, complex characters, and dark secrets that Kubica weaves into her narrative.
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Eve Dennett
Mia's mother and the wife of Judge James Dennett, a wealthy but lonely housewife who undergoes significant personal growth as she reflects on her role in her family dynamics.
Detective Gabe Hoffman
A police officer from a modest Italian background with a strong sense of empathy, who becomes deeply involved in Mia's case and forms a bond with Eve throughout the investigation.
Judge James Dennett
Mia's father, a prominent judge known for his charisma, whose deeply ingrained selfishness and emotional distance create a significant impact on his family.
Colin Thatcher
Initially seen as a villain due to his involvement in the kidnapping, he is a complex character motivated by personal struggles, including caring for his ailing mother.
384
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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