45 pages • 1 hour read
You
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Book Brief
448
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
You by Caroline Kepnes follows Joe Goldberg, a bookstore employee in New York City, who becomes obsessed with an aspiring writer named Beck after she visits the store. Through persistent stalking and manipulation, Joe infiltrates Beck's life, eliminates her significant others, and pushes boundaries to win her affection, with dangerous consequences. The story addresses stalking, violence, and murder.
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Mysterious
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
281,841 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Caroline Kepnes' You captivates with its chilling portrayal of obsession through the eyes of a compelling yet disturbing protagonist. Critics praise its addictive narrative and sharp writing. However, some readers find the explicit content off-putting and the protagonist's perspective uncomfortable. Regardless, it remains a gripping psychological thriller that leaves a lasting impact.
Who Should Read You?
Fans of psychological thrillers and dark, twisted narratives will be captivated by Caroline Kepnes's You. Similar readers enjoyed the gripping suspense and complex characters of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train, both of which delve into the intricacies of the human psyche.
281,841 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
448
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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