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You

a absolutely addictive serial killer thriller! Now a major Netflix series
Series: YOU series
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You by Caroline Kepnes is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the mind of Joe Goldberg, a charming yet dangerously obsessive bookstore manager. When aspiring writer Guinevere Beck walks into his shop, Joe becomes infatuated and begins to infiltrate her life through unsettling methods, blurring the lines between love and obsession. The novel explores themes of identity, manipulation, and the darker side of human psychology.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to psychological thrillers with a dark and intense narrative. The story offers a gripping exploration of obsession and how far someone might go in the name of love, revealing the chilling thoughts of its complex protagonist. If you appreciate a suspenseful read that delves into the darker aspects of human nature, this one is for you.

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*** NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES ***

'Thriller of the Year' 
Daily Mail 
'Hypnotic and scary' Stephen King
'Examines the fine line between seduction and stalking . . . Ludicrously readable' Guardian

When aspiring writer Guinevere Beck strides into the bookstore where Joe works, he is instantly smitten.

But there's more to Joe than Beck realises and much more to Beck than her perfect facade. And the obsessive relationship quickly spirals into a whirlwind of deadly consequences...

A chilling account of unrelenting, terrifying deceit, Caroline Kepnes' You is a thriller more perversely clever and dangerously twisted than any YOU have ever read.

'I am RIVETED, AGHAST, AROUSED, you name it. The rare instance when prose and plot are equally delicious' Lena Dunham 

Brilliant thriller with attitude, guts and true insight into the nature of obsession' Sophie Hannah

'A fantastically creepy thriller... The kind of book you put your life on hold for' Glamour

'Clever and chilling' Elle

'A brilliant tale… It's Gone Girl meets a sinister version of GirlsMarie Claire

'An addictive thriller!' Closer

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

You by Caroline Kepnes has captivated readers with its gripping narrative and psychological depth, brilliantly illustrating the mind of a bookshop manager turned obsessive stalker. The reviews often highlight the chilling yet compelling portrayal of Joe Goldberg, whose charm and intensity blur the lines between love and obsession. Readers appreciate Kepnes's masterful ability to elicit both horror and empathy, making it a standout in the crime and thriller genre with its unique perspective and thrilling pace.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471137372

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 June 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Caroline Kepnes is the author of You, Hidden Bodies, Providence, and numerous short stories. Her work has been translated into a multitude of languages and inspired a television series adaptation of You, currently on Netflix. Kepnes graduated from Brown University and previously worked as a pop culture journalist for Entertainment Weekly and a TV writer for 7th Heaven and The Secret Life of the American Teenager. She grew up on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and now lives in Los Angeles.

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