Dark Places

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Dark Places by Gillian Flynn is a gripping thriller about Libby Day, who survived the massacre of her family as a child and testified against her brother as the killer. Years later, Libby reluctantly revisits the events of that fateful night with the help of a group obsessed with notorious crimes, uncovering disturbing truths along the way.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy suspenseful psychological thrillers with complex characters and dark secrets. Its intricate plot weaves past and present mysteries, keeping you on the edge of your seat as you unravel the truth along with the protagonist. If you're drawn to gritty, chilling narratives that delve into the depths of human nature, this might be a captivating choice for you.

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Dark Places

Your brother murdered your family. Your evidence put him away...the gripping second novel from the author of the mega-bestselling GONE GIRL.

Your brother murdered your family. Your evidence put him away...the gripping second novel from the author of the mega-bestselling GONE GIRL.

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Dark Places tells the haunting tale of Libby Day, who was only seven years old when her older brother massacred her family while she hid in a cupboard. Her testimony helped convict him. Since then, she has been navigating life, surviving for over twenty years on the proceeds of the 'Libby Day fund'.

Now, with the funds depleting, Libby finds herself in a desperate situation. She is offered $500 to make a guest appearance, an offer she feels compelled to accept. However, this is far from an ordinary gathering. She is invited to the Kill Club, a group of true-crime enthusiasts who exchange information on notorious murders. They are convinced that her brother Ben is innocent.

Ben, once a social misfit, was weighed down by the small-town farming community where he lived. However, he had a girlfriend, Diondra, a brooding heavy metal fan. Through her, Ben became entangled in drugs and the dark arts. As the town's opinion shifted against him, his thoughts turned darker, leading to the ultimate question: was he really capable of murder?

To uncover the truth, Libby must delve deep into her family's past.

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Dark Places is widely praised for its gripping and intense narrative, with tension that hooks readers from the outset. Flynn's storytelling is described as sharp and atmospheric, maintaining suspense throughout. The novel features a unique and spirited heroine, and Flynn's knack for crafting a gritty, riveting thriller is well-recognised by reviewers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753827031

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 312g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Gillian Flynn was the chief TV critic for Entertainment Weekly and now writes full-time. Her first novel SHARP OBJECTS was the winner of two CWA Daggers and was shortlisted for the Gold Dagger.

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