So, here's the scoop: It's a thriller. But not an ordinary thriller. There's not a lot of gory detail. Not a procedural. I didn't have to suspend disbelief to read it. There are no gadgets or weapons or far-out locations.
The story is told from the perspective of Nick or Amy Dunne, alternating chapters and voice. Each has its own rhythm which creates authenticity of the characters. Not once did I question or doubt the voice. But I did question and doubt what the characters were saying.
And not only did I alternate between the characters, I alternated between liking and loathing them. Which is interesting because typically the author builds some sympathy or empathy with the characters. Not so here. So not so here. I alternated between rooting for them and recoiling from them.
It's hard not to talk about the situation because I don't want to give away any of the twists or spoil any of the story. I haven't read a book that has left me so on edge and wound up in a very long time. I want all my friends to read this so we can discuss it!
All I can say is HOLY MOLY!
2 comments:
Looks really good! I'll have to add it to my TBR; I've been itching to read some new thrillers :) Thanks!
ooooooo - I have been wanting to read Gone Girl! Your comments just catapulted it to the top of my list. Amazing that you are so excited about it. It just may have to be our book group pick real soon. Thanks!
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