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The Vanished Man (Lincoln Rhyme, #5)

Jeffery Deaver
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The Vanished Man (Lincoln Rhyme, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Jeffery Deaver

The Vanished Man (Lincoln Rhyme, #5)

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

560

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Jeffery Deaver's novel, The Vanished Man, follows a forensic detective and her team as they investigate a series of murders committed by a master illusionist. The detective must decipher clues embedded in the art of magic to catch the elusive criminal, resulting in a complex and suspenseful pursuit.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

30,061 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jeffery Deaver’s The Vanished Man showcases his prowess in crafting intricate plots, highlighting forensic details and masterful misdirection. Reviewers praise the novel's engaging twists and clever use of magic tricks, though some criticize its complex structure for being potentially confusing. Overall, it's a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Vanished Man (Lincoln Rhyme, #5)?

Readers who enjoy intricate mysteries with clever twists and detailed forensic investigations will love Jeffery Deaver's The Vanished Man. Fans of works like Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None or Thomas Harris's The Silence of the Lambs will appreciate Deaver's suspenseful narrative and engaging characters.

4.3

30,061 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

560

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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