Before the Fall

Name: Before the Fall
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SKU: 9781444779776
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By Noah Hawley

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Before the Fall by Noah Hawley is a gripping tale that revolves around the mysterious crash of a private plane, leaving only two survivors: a down-and-out painter and a young boy. As the story unfolds, it delves into the lives of the passengers before the crash, unveiling secrets and exploring themes of survival, fate, and the intricate web of connections among the victims. This intriguing narrative keeps you guessing about the true cause of the disaster.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping thrillers intertwined with complex character studies, as it combines elements of mystery and drama. It's a compelling read that's expertly woven with themes of survival and the impact of media in the modern world.

Before the Fall

From the creator of the award winning FARGO and LEGION TV series comes the stunning thriller that critics are calling '[a] literary thriller of the highest quality' (Daily Mail) and 'an unequivocally excellent book' (Literary Review).

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Winner of the 2017 Edgar Award for Best Novel Selected by The Sunday Times as one of the top page-turners of summer 2017 From the creator of the award-winning Fargo and Legion TV series Hawley's sublime prose glows on every page in this literary thriller of the highest quality — Daily Mail The rich are different. But fate is blind. A private jet plunges into the sea. The only survivors are down-on-his-luck artist Scott Burroughs and JJ Bateman, the four-year-old son of a super-rich TV executive. For saving the boy, Scott is suddenly a hero. And then, as the official investigation is rapidly overtaken by a media frenzy, it seems he may also be a villain. Why was he on the plane in the first place, and why did it crash?

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Before the Fall is widely praised as a top suspense novel of the year, featuring a gripping, character-driven mystery that captivates readers and encourages a rapid, suspense-filled reading experience. It's celebrated as an ideal summer read, combining the excitement of a whodunit with thematic depth reminiscent of Franzen. The book offers a layered exploration of modern celebrity, highlighted by its engaging mystery and Hawley's exceptional prose, making it a high-quality literary thriller that maintains its intensity throughout.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444779776

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Noah Hawley is the author of three previous novels, including The Punch and A Conspiracy of Tall Men. He created and ran Emmy Award winning television series Fargo, the ABC television shows The Unusuals and My Generation, and wrote the film Lies & Alibis. Noah's short fiction has appeared in the Paris Review. He currently splits his time between Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX, where he lives with his wife and daughter. Visit Noah's website at www.noahhawley.com and follow him on Twitter @noahhawley