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The Lost Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Jane Harper

The Lost Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

362

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australian Outback • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Lost Man by Jane Harper, Nathan Bright lives in the Australian outback and investigates his brother Cam's mysterious death near a landmark called the stockman’s grave, fearing the culprit might be a family member. As they delve deeper, Nathan and his son Xander uncover buried family secrets, revealing that Cam had a darker side, ultimately reconnecting with each other and their community amidst the tragedy. The book contains depictions of sexual assault, physical and psychological abuse, death by suicide, and abortion.

Mysterious

Dark

Contemplative

Melancholic

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

126,649 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jane Harper’s The Lost Man receives praise for its compelling narrative, atmospheric setting, and nuanced character development. Critics commend the author’s ability to intertwine mystery with profound family dynamics. Some reviewers note a slow pace in parts, but the novel's tension and emotional depth keep readers engaged. An evocative, well-crafted mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lost Man?

Fans of gripping, character-driven mysteries set in desolate landscapes will find themselves captivated by The Lost Man by Jane Harper. Similar in atmosphere to Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Tana French's In the Woods, this novel is ideal for readers who appreciate complex family dynamics, psychological depth, and a haunting sense of place.

4.3

126,649 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

362

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australian Outback • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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