I’m a pretty big fan of David Fincher films and his adaptation of Gone Girl is one of my favorites. But for some reason, it has taken me years to finally get around to reading the book. And wow – am I glad I did!!
This is my first foray into the writings of Freida McFadden. It’s hard to describe but I really didn’t care for her writing, but I also couldn’t put the book down.
I am not a parent of humans. And since there were no animals harmed in the writing of this novel, I feel compelled to point out that my review may seem a little… um… harsh. So just bear that in mind as you read on.
The second book by Michael Crichton, but twelfth overall when considering his publications under pseudonyms, didn’t exactly age well. Published in 1972, some of the things mentioned wouldn’t pass an editor’s review today. But does the actual story pass muster?
If you’re into mind-bendy sci-fi thrillers that are heavy on the science yet easy to read and understand, have a unique story idea, and a lot of heart to boot, I’ve got news for you – this book has it all!
If you’re looking for a page-turner that’s part psychological thriller and part detective story, look no further. Let’s follow along with Doc-tective Theo Faber as he tries to uncover the truth from his silent patient, Alicia Berenson, convicted of killing her husband…
“Don’t worry about that chair with a hole in the middle. It’s merely waiting to be reupholstered.” – La Chiffre, Casino Royale (1967 film)
With this book, I have now read everything by Thomas Harris. A whopping six novels – 4 of which feature Hannibal Lecter. This was not a Lecter novel. It was, in fact, Harris’s first novel and a response to the Munich Olympic massacre in 1972.
Imagine having an estranged uncle die and leave everything to you. Imagine that you learn that “everything” is his supervillain empire…
Do you miss the days when the Batman movies were kinda campy but not overly campy. When they were dark but not overly dark? Do you wish you could dive back into the Michael Keaton days as Batman – between Batman and Batman Returns? Do you wish there was more connective tissue between those two movies? Are you getting as tired as I am with all these questions? Well, I’ve just got one thing to say to you:
Stop what you’re doing and read this book!