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The Night Swim (Rachel Krall, #1)

Megan Goldin
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The Night Swim (Rachel Krall, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Megan Goldin

The Night Swim (Rachel Krall, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Neapolis • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Night Swim by Megan Goldin follows a true-crime podcast host who becomes involved in a controversial rape trial in a small town while uncovering a mystery from the past. The story intertwines themes of justice, trauma, and the impact of social media on public perception.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

111,819 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Megan Goldin's The Night Swim deftly blends true crime podcast intrigue with a gripping courtroom drama. Readers praise the compelling dual timelines and rich character development. Some critique the heavy themes as distressing. Nonetheless, Goldin’s narrative keeps audiences hooked and provokes thought on sensitive issues.

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Who Should Read The Night Swim (Rachel Krall, #1)?

Readers who enjoy The Night Swim by Megan Goldin are typically fans of psychological thrillers and true crime. They appreciate suspenseful narratives with complex characters and enjoy books like Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train. They are often captivated by courtroom dramas and investigative journalism.

3.9

111,819 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Neapolis • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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