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The Silkworm

Robert Galbraith
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The Silkworm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Robert Galbraith

The Silkworm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

970L

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The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith follows private detective Cormoran Strike and his assistant Robin as they search for missing novelist Owen Quine, whose latest manuscript reveals explosive secrets about his associates. Their investigation uncovers a tangled web of deception in the literary world, leading to gruesome discoveries and high stakes as they race to find the truth and prevent further tragedy. This book contains graphic descriptions of violence.

Mysterious

Gritty

Suspenseful

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

348,856 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith, praised for its compelling plot and vivid character development, immerses readers in an intricate mystery. Some found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally dragging. Overall, critics commend its engaging detective story and rich, atmospheric details, while noting minor flaws in story flow.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Silkworm?

Readers who enjoy intricate, character-driven mysteries with a literary bent will find The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith captivating. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Tana French's In the Woods will appreciate its blend of psychological depth and suspense, along with its engaging detective, Cormoran Strike.

4.2

348,856 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

970L

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