Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at a book that ended up being a blockbuster film.

Gone Girl (2012)

Gillian Flynn

Synopsis

Perhaps the most effective deployment of the ‘unreliable narrator’ in modern publishing, Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl is a true global phenomenon.

Alternating between the present-day narrative of husband Nick Dunne and the past diary entries of his wife Amy, we learn their previously perfect marriage has come undone following a move from New York to semi-rural Missouri. Amy inexplicably disappears without trace, apparently pregnant; Nick, whose emotions seem to betray little outward signs of grief or worry, is the prime suspect. However, is all that we read the truth? Is Amy genuinely missing, and, if not, what could be her possible motive?

With razor-like precision, Gillian Flynn’s third novel allows a window into the lives and minds of two complex protagonists but still leaves the reader often guessing the reality of the situation; constantly, the plot flip-flops the reader’s suspicion and sympathy, gradually revealing more about its leads and more about the darkness that consumes them both. Launching a vast fleet of lookalike novels, Gone Girl remains the jewel in the crown and one of the true essential novels of the decade.

– from Waterstones

Positive Points

The most interesting thing about this book is that it is unexpected and you can see why it has ended being such a hit worldwide. It is intense, a page turner and goes in ways that you do not necessarily expect. It is a book that if you are interested in this genre then you have to put this on you to read list.

Negative Points

I have to say that there are parts of it I find bizarre and very weird that I didn’t really like but I cannot say what as I do not want to ruin anything for you.

Overall Review

It is a thriller book like no other, it has so many different and interesting narrative points that make it a really great thriller. Be aware that there are parts of the book that do let it down so be prepared but overall an interesting read.

Rating : **** 4 Stars

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