What the Dead Know
What the Dead Know
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Baltimore, Maryland • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
What the Dead Know by Laura Lippman follows a woman claiming to be the long-lost victim of a decades-old kidnapping case. Her fractured memories and shifting identity compel authorities to reopen the investigation, intertwining past and present as they uncover buried secrets and seek the truth about her past.
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Review Roundup
Laura Lippman's What the Dead Know captivates with a compelling mystery and well-developed characters, although some readers found the pacing uneven. The novel's intricate plot and emotional depth have been praised, while a few noted predictability in the storyline. Overall, it offers a satisfying, if occasionally slow, read for mystery enthusiasts.
Who Should Read What the Dead Know?
Readers who appreciate intricate psychological thrillers with a deep sense of mystery will relish What the Dead Know by Laura Lippman. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Tana French's In the Woods will be drawn to Lippman's skillful narrative and complex characters.
26,776 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Baltimore, Maryland • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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