We've all read the stories in newspapers - a woman goes missing and the husband is the prime suspect. And he loudly proclaims his innocence....even as the evidence mounts....
Gillian Flynn put her own spin on this idea in her latest book - Gone Girl.
It is the day of Nick and Amy's fifth anniversary. It is also the day Amy disappears. Left behind - the first cryptic clue in a treasure hunt Amy always sets up for Nick.
The first part of Gone Girl is told in alternating chapters from Nick's present time viewpoint, with flashbacks to memories. Amy's voice is heard from the pages of a diary, starting from seven years ago and building up to the day she disappears. The narratives each tell a completely different story. Who is telling the truth? The second part - well, I'm not going to spoil the plot for you, so I'll stop there.
I am a huge fan of psychological thrillers and with Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn has crafted one of the best I've ever read. Really. The plot line is completely unpredictable. It's rare for me to be completely surprised at the direction a book takes, but I was this time. Flynn toys with us in a completely delicious and devious manner. You'll want to read carefully - there are lies, secrets and omissions scattered throughout the book and each revelation ratchets up the stakes just a little higher.
While Gone Girl is a razor edged thriller, Flynn also explores marriage, attraction, family relationships and the media with that same sharp edged eye. Flynn's prose are are arresting, painting vivid images that crackle with intensity.
This is the first book I've read by Flynn, although I have since picked up her second book Dark Places. I loved the dedication to her husband...."What can I say about a man who knows how I think and still sleeps next to me with the lights off?" You can find Gillian Flynn on Facebook.
The buzz you've been hearing about Gone Girl? All true and more. This is THE book to read this summer. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Just bleary eyed - 'cause you won't be able to put it down!
Monday, June 11, 2012
Gone Girl - Gillian Flynn - Review AND Giveaway
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I keep reading how good Gone Girl is!!!! I promise I won't peek at the ending :D Thanks for the review and for the giveaway!
Laura Kay
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Oooh! Sounds like a great read! Thanks for the chance! :-)
sbabij2 at shaw dot ca
this book has been talked about a lot around me in the last week!
I've heard so much about this book! Would love to read it! Thanks for the giveaway!
Jaclyn @ Literary Treats
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I can't WAIT to read this!! Thanks so much for a great review and for being on the tour.
I've heard so much about this book! I'd love to be entered in your giveaway and do promise not to peek! kathy(at)bermudaonion.net
I have also heard so many wonderful things about this book! Thanks for the review and the giveaway!
I keep hearing good things about this book. Thanks for hosting a giveaway.
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Sounds like a great read
vidisha
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Sounds like a great read. Thanks for the chance.
valleyreader at gmail dot com
Yummy! Meaning, it really sounds good!!!!!!!!
Again, thank you.
Sounds so interesting!
Sounds like a great book!
Long wait at the library. I would love to win this book.
This sounds great, like an old Alfred Hitchcock film. Please enter my name for the chance to win. Thanks!
carlscott(at)prodigy(dot)net(dot)mx
No peeking. Scouts honor. :)
heatheranne99 at gmail dot com
I've read "Sharp Objects" AND "Dark Places" (with the latter being my favorite) from author Gillian Flynn, and I can attest that her writing is absolutely BRILLIANT! I cannot WAIT to read "Gone Girl" - I'm sure it will be an incredibly riveting, and absorbing, read!
Thank you for hosting this giveaway, and for the insightful review :)
Name: Hira Hasnain
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Mmm...sounds deliciously intriguing. And yes, the author seems witty, too, with her dedication to her husband. I have not yet had the pleasure of reading books by Flynn, but I trust that will soon change. Thanks for your review.
Zara Alexis
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I am DYING to read this- I have loved her other other novels.
Thanks for the chance to win!
papajm25 AT gmail DOT com
I do enjoy a surprise ending.
mce1011 AT aol DOT com
This is a choice for my book club reads so I would love to win it. Thanks!
Margaret
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This sounds like an exciting summer read, and I promise not to peek ahead :)
Thanks for the giveaway!
darlenesbooknook at gmail dot com
I've seen so many good reviews of this book that I REALLY want to read it.
suefarrell.farrell@gmail.com
I am absolutely dying to read this one. I think it would be perfect for my Mystery Monday feature.
Thanks!
bookingmama(at)gmail(dot)com
I love psychological thrillers but I don't read many anymore because I've been so disappointed by some of the books given this description. But thanks to the book blogging community, I've discovered some terrific authors of psychological thrillers I don't want to miss including this book, which is definitely one of them.
I'm really looking forward to Gone Girl, especially after you stated in your review that you're a fan of psychological thrillers and this is one of the best you've read. Wow and Yay! And I don't want to know the ending or much about the book. I just want to read it!
Thank you for offering a giveaway copy. Please include me in your contest.
Thank you, Luanne!
Aimala127(at)gmail(dot)com
I really enjoyed Sharp Objects and can't wait to read Gone Girl. Thanks for the chance to win!
cherbasonATgmailDOTcom
I REALLY want to read this. Thanks for the giveaway.
wordywon at gmail.com
Thanks for this giveaway which is compelling. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
I've read nothing but excellent reviews for Gone Girl. I love a good thriller and promise not to peek at the ending!
kpbarnett1941@aol.com
I'M INTRIGUE WITH THIS BOOK. I WOULD LOVE TO WIN YOUR CONTEST!!!
I haven't heard a single bad review of this book, and I really want to read it! It's complex plot and characters has me intrigued!
I have my fingers crossed~
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Lilian @ A Novel Toybox
I cannot wait to read this book! She is a fantastic writer, and I was so excited to hear her third book was coming out. Thanks for hosting this contest.
Debbie
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Look interesting, wouldn't mind winning it.
Looks like a can't put down type of read! Thanks for the info and chance to win.
JHolden955(at)gmail(dot)com
Every review I've read praises this book. I think it'll intrigue my book group, though we tend to wait until a book comes out in the more affordable paperback.
Like everyone I know, I want to read this book. Thanks for the chance to win.
nanze55 at hotmail dot com
I've heard great things about this author!
scr15[at]duke[dot]edu
This sounds like a doozy!
Liene @LLucane at yahoo dot com
I've heard a lot about this book, too, but had no idea what it was about until now.
teawench at gmail dot com
thanks!
I, too, have heard great things about this book and would love to be entered to win!
jonitathebookchick(at)gmail(dot)com
I keep reading everywhere what a great book this is. Its even on the Amazon best seller list! I would love to win a copy! Thanks for the giveaway!!
maneeshaharoon(at)hotmail(dot)com
This book has created so much buzz- it's even got an ad in Times Square. Would love a copy!
tamarawelch(at)hotmail(dot)com
Sounds very intriguing! Thanks for the giveaway!
nancyecdavis AT bellsouth DOT net
Hi! Thanks for posting a giveaway :) Sounds like an awesome read!
shannon4462(@)gmail(.)com
Thanks for the giveaway !
songo_ac@hotmail.com
Thanks for the chance to win this!
pbclark(at)netins(dot)net
Thank you for the giveaway. I am looking forward to reading this intriguing thriller. I just love books that keep me up all night.
tiziana.blacklock@gmail.com
Definitely want to read this one!
Thanks for the opportunity to obtain this book. I've been toying with either buying this book or getting the audiobook for my commute-I've definitely decided to buy the book! (if I don't win)
:)
Anjpuente@gmail.com
Thanks for hosting this great giveaway—please enter me to win!
skkorman AT bellsouth DOT net
"Sharp Objects" is one of my favorites, so I would love another chance to read a Gillian Flynn Book. Thanks!
Thanks for the opportunity to win this great author's book, I have read her first two and can't wait to read Gone Girl.
pambartholomew@runbox.com
All the reviews have been good on this one so it must be as good as they say!
Sherman H.
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Have been wanting to read this book since the beginning of summer. Great giveaway!
westwindsoftx@yahoo.com
I know I'm too late for the giveaway but the book sounds absolutely fabulous and your review has made me very excited to go pick up a copy!
I am drawn to this book like a bee to honey... simply cannot wait to get my hands on it! :)
A great book with excellent characters. Twists and turns the whole way which keep you guessing. I highly recommend it.
Mica
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Read it!! I've read this author's prior two novels and they were good. This is fantastic! Start with this one if you are new to Ms. Flynn.
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