74 pages 2 hours read

Joel Dicker

The Truth About The Harry Quebert Affair

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Super Short Summary

In Joël Dicker's The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair, author Marcus Goldman, struggling with writer's block, investigates the 1975 disappearance of 15-year-old Nola Kellergan after her body is found in the yard of his college mentor, Harry Quebert, who is accused of her murder. As he unravels the town's secrets, Marcus finds that love, betrayal, and hidden vices intertwine, leading to shocking revelations.

Reviews & Readership

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The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair by Joel Dicker is a gripping mystery that intertwines multiple timelines and narrative twists. Readers appreciate its complex plotting and rich character development, but some critique it for occasional pacing issues and predictability. Nevertheless, it remains an engaging read with a compelling mix of suspense and emotional depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Truth About The Harry Quebert Affair?

A reader enticed by intricate mysteries, small-town secrets, and gripping whodunits akin to Gone Girl or The Girl on the Train will relish The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair by Joel Dicker. The novel’s blend of suspense, literary flair, and complex characters will captivate fans of layered, psychological thrillers.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Memory

Relationships: Friendship

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies