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Watching You: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Lisa Jewell

Watching You

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bristol, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Watching You by Lisa Jewell is a psychological thriller set in Bristol, England, and follows three main characters: Joey Mullen, Freddie Fitzwilliam, and Jenna Tripp, who are connected by their obsession with Tom Fitzwilliam, a charismatic head teacher. The story unravels as Detective Rose Pelham investigates the murder of Nicola Fitzwilliam, Tom's wife, revealing complex identities and deceptive facades. The novel includes domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, the sexual abuse of minors, bullying, and death by suicide.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

225,959 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Watching You by Lisa Jewell is an engaging psychological thriller that captivates with its intricate plot and well-developed characters. Readers praise the unexpected twists and gripping narrative. However, some find the multiple perspectives occasionally confusing. Overall, it's a compelling read with enough suspense to keep you hooked.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Watching You?

Fans of psychological thrillers with intricate plots and rich character development will enjoy Watching You by Lisa Jewell. Readers who appreciate novels such as Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train will find themselves captivated by Jewell’s suspenseful storytelling and unexpected twists.

4.1

225,959 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bristol, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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