Gone Girl

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Gone Girl, penned by Gillian Flynn, is a gripping crime thriller that unfolds around the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne on her fifth wedding anniversary. The narrative alternates between Amy's diary entries and the perspective of her husband, Nick, whose behaviour comes under intense scrutiny. As secrets unravel, the story explores themes of deceit, media influence, and the complexities of married life, captivating readers with its intricate plot twists.
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You might enjoy this book if you love psychological thrillers with unexpected twists and complex characters. It delves into the intricacies of a marriage fraught with deceit and manipulation, keeping you on the edge of your seat as you try to unravel the truth behind a mysterious disappearance.

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Gone Girl

There are two sides to every story... The No.1 bestselling novel that everyone is talking about, GONE GIRL is now a major motion picture starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. Includes Reading Group Notes.

There are two sides to every story... The No.1 bestselling novel that everyone is talking about, GONE GIRL is now a major motion picture starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. Includes Reading Group Notes.

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THE ADDICTIVE No.1 BESTSELLER AND INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON

OVER 20 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE

Who are you?

What have we done to each other?

These are the questions Nick Dunne finds himself asking on the morning of his fifth wedding anniversary, when his wife Amy suddenly disappears. The police suspect Nick. Amy's friends reveal that she was afraid of him, that she kept secrets from him. He swears it isn't true.

A police examination of his computer shows strange searches. He says they weren't made by him. And then there are the persistent calls on his mobile phone. So what really did happen to Nick's beautiful wife?

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn delves into the complexities of marriage, deceit, and the dark truths that lie beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect relationship.

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Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn has received high praise for its masterful storytelling and enthralling plot twists. Critics commend Flynn's use of unreliable narrators, which keeps readers on edge and eager for more. The book is noted for its insightful portrayal of a complicated marriage and the subtleties of modern relationships, earning it a reputation as a must-read thriller.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780228228

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 199.0mm

Height: 132.0mm

Weight: 355g

Pages: 512

About the Author

GILLIAN FLYNN is the author of the #1 SUNDAY TIMES bestseller GONE GIRL, for which she wrote the Golden Globe-nominated screenplay, and the SUNDAY TIMES bestsellers DARK PLACES and SHARP OBJECTS. A former critic for ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, she lives in Chicago with her husband and children.

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