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Where They Found Her

Kimberly McCreight
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Where They Found Her

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

Book Brief

Kimberly McCreight

Where They Found Her

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ridgewood, New Jersey • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Where They Found Her by Kimberly McCreight follows journalist Molly Anderson as she investigates the discovery of an unidentified infant’s body in Ridgedale, New Jersey. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, highlighting the town's complex and varied reactions. As Anderson delves deeper, she uncovers hidden truths about the community and its past, ultimately revealing the baby's tragic story. The novel includes themes of trauma, mental health challenges, and sexual assault.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Emotional

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

43,021 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Where They Found Her by Kimberly McCreight is lauded for its compelling, multi-layered narrative and strong character development. Critics appreciate the page-turning suspense and intricate plot. However, some find the number of perspectives overwhelming, potentially confusing the storyline. Despite this, it remains a gripping, emotionally charged mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Where They Found Her?

A reader who would enjoy Where They Found Her by Kimberly McCreight is likely a fan of gripping psychological thrillers with intricate plots and deep character studies. Comparable to Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train and Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, this book appeals to those who relish suspenseful narratives and dark secrets.

4.0

43,021 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ridgewood, New Jersey • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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