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The Sleepwalker

Chris Bohjalian
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The Sleepwalker

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Chris Bohjalian

The Sleepwalker

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vermont • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Sleepwalker by Chris Bohjalian follows the story of a woman who goes missing, and her family's journey to uncover the truth about her disappearance. The narrative delves into her history of sleepwalking, intertwining suspense with familial bonds and mystery.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

25,724 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Chris Bohjalian’s The Sleepwalker intrigues with its masterful blend of psychological suspense and family drama. Reviewers praise its atmospheric tension and unexpected twists, though some note the pacing can be slow. Characters are well-developed, enhancing the unsettling narrative. It's a compelling read for fans of suspense despite occasional sluggishness.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sleepwalker?

Fans of psychological thrillers and character-driven mysteries will relish The Sleepwalker by Chris Bohjalian. Comparable to works like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, this novel appeals to readers who enjoy intricate plots, unreliable narrators, and unraveling family secrets.

3.9

25,724 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vermont • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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