Tony and Susan
Tony and Susan
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
American LiteratureUnited States • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Tony and Susan by Austin Wright follows Susan Morrow, who receives a manuscript from her ex-husband, Edward. Susan immerses herself in his novel, "Nocturnal Animals," which tells the story of Tony Hastings and the consequences of a violent crime. The narrative interweaves Susan's present with the fictional world, exploring themes of past choices and their impact.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Austin Wright's Tony and Susan intrigues readers with its unique structure, where a novel within a novel creates layers of suspense. Positive reviews highlight its riveting narrative and psychological depth. Critics, however, occasionally find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's praised for its haunting storytelling and exploration of complex relationships.
Who Should Read Tony and Susan?
A reader who enjoys psychological suspense and metafiction, like in Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, would appreciate Tony and Susan by Austin Wright. This novel intricately explores the interplay between fiction and reality, blending a tense narrative with deep character analysis.
12,242 ratings
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374
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
American LiteratureUnited States • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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