59 pages • 1 hour read
Thief River Falls
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Book Brief
318
Novel • Fiction
Northern Minnesota • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Thief River Falls by Brian Freeman, author Lisa Power, troubled by her tragic past and grappling with grief, discovers a young boy in her yard who believes he witnessed a murder. As she attempts to uncover the truth and protect him, Lisa navigates escalating suspicions and town secrets, leading to shocking revelations about her reality and mental state. The book includes themes of grief, loss of loved ones, presumed child victimization, and psychological trauma.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Reviews & Readership
80,871 ratings
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Review Roundup
Brian Freeman's Thief River Falls captivates with its intense, fast-paced narrative and intriguing small-town setting. Readers praise its suspenseful plot and unexpected twists. However, some critique the character development and find the plot occasionally implausible. Overall, it's a gripping thriller that maintains interest despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read Thief River Falls?
Thriller enthusiasts captivated by plots with unpredictable twists will relish Thief River Falls by Brian Freeman. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will find themselves engrossed in this suspenseful narrative of psychological complexity and dark secrets.
80,871 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
318
Novel • Fiction
Northern Minnesota • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
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