43 pages • 1 hour read
336
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
The Wrong Family by Tarryn Fisher follows Juno Holland, an ex-therapist, who secretly lives in the crawl space of the Crouch family's home. As she observes the seemingly perfect family, she discovers dark secrets, including a possible kidnapping carried out by Winnie Crouch. Juno's interference leads to tragic consequences, revealing the facade hiding the family's troubled reality. Contains depictions of mental illness, substance use disorders, sexual misconduct, suicide, houselessness, and kidnapping.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Emotional
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Tarryn Fisher's The Wrong Family has received a mix of reviews. Critics praise its gripping psychological suspense and intricate character dynamics. However, some readers find the pacing inconsistent and the plot implausible at times. Overall, it intrigues with its dark, twisty narrative but may not satisfy those seeking believable storylines.
Readers who relish dark, psychological thrillers with intricate plots and unreliable narrators will be captivated by Tarryn Fisher's The Wrong Family. Comparable to Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train, this novel appeals to those intrigued by intense family drama and unforeseen twists.
81,719 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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336
Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
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