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The Ninth Life of Louis Drax

Liz Jensen
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The Ninth Life of Louis Drax

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Liz Jensen

The Ninth Life of Louis Drax

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Ninth Life of Louis Drax by Liz Jensen, nine-year-old Louis Drax, an intelligent but deceitful and accident-prone boy, falls into a coma after an unclear incident near a ravine in France, leading to a dynamic and mysterious interplay between his mother, Natalie, and his doctor, Pascal Dannachet, as they unravel the circumstances of his fall and navigate their complex emotions and relationships. Topics include sexual assault.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.8

6,329 ratings

58%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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The Ninth Life of Louis Drax by Liz Jensen is praised for its gripping narrative and complex characters. Reviewers highlight the psychological depth and inventive plot. Some find the dark themes disturbing, and a few critique its pacing. Overall, it's considered an engaging, thought-provoking read for fans of psychological thrillers.

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Who Should Read The Ninth Life of Louis Drax?

Fans of psychological thrillers and twisted family dynamics will enjoy The Ninth Life of Louis Drax by Liz Jensen. Comparable to works like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold, it appeals to readers who appreciate mysterious, emotionally complex narratives.

3.8

6,329 ratings

58%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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