50 pages 1 hour read

Tana French

The Witch Elm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Tana French's The Witch Elm has been praised for its atmospheric writing and complex characters, especially the morally ambiguous protagonist. Critics appreciate the novel's exploration of identity and memory. However, some find its pacing slow and the plot twists predictable. Overall, it is a compelling read for fans of literary thrillers.

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Who Should Read The Witch Elm?

Readers who delight in psychological thrillers imbued with rich character development and atmospheric suspense will relish Tana French's The Witch Elm. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Donna Tartt's The Secret History may find themselves captivated by French's intricate plotting and exploration of identity, memory, and morality.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger