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Then She Was Gone: A Novel

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1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the New York Times bestselling author of Invisible Girl and None of This Is True comes a “riveting” (PopSugar) and “acutely observed family drama” (People) that delves into the lingering aftermath of a young girl’s disappearance. Ellie Mack was the perfect daughter. She was fifteen, the youngest of three. Beloved by her parents, friends, and teachers, and half of a teenaged golden couple. Ellie was days away from an idyllic post-exams summer vacation, with her whole life ahead of her. And then she was gone. Now, her mother Laurel Mack is trying to put her life back together. It’s been ten years since her daughter disappeared, seven years since her marriage ended, and only months since the last clue in Ellie’s case was unearthed. So when she meets an unexpectedly charming man in a café, no one is more surprised than Laurel at how quickly their flirtation develops into something deeper. Before she knows it, she’s meeting Floyd’s daughters—and his youngest, Poppy, takes Laurel’s breath away. Because looking at Poppy is like looking at Ellie. And now, the unanswered questions she’s tried so hard to put to rest begin to haunt Laurel anew. Where did Ellie go? Did she really run away from home, as the police have long suspected, or was there a more sinister reason for her disappearance? Who is Floyd, really? And why does his daughter remind Laurel so viscerally of her own missing girl? Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atria Books; Reprint edition (November 6, 2018)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1501154656


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 52


Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ HL760L


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 1 x 8.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #179 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #7 in Contemporary Women Fiction #17 in Women's Domestic Life Fiction #24 in Suspense Thrillers


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    • A Gripping Tale of Loss and Unearthed Truths
In "Then She Was Gone," Lisa Jewell delivers a haunting and emotionally charged narrative that follows Laurel Mack's journey to find closure ten years after her daughter Ellie’s mysterious disappearance. Laurel's life has been shattered by the loss, and as she begins to form a new connection with Floyd, the charismatic man she meets in a café, she is blindsided by the unexpected similarities between his daughter, Poppy, and Ellie. Jewell masterfully builds tension and suspense as Laurel's past collides with her present, prompting her to revisit long-buried questions surrounding Ellie's fate. The intertwined narratives of grief, hope, and the complexities of new relationships keep readers engrossed, making it difficult to put the book down. "Then She Was Gone" is a compelling psychological thriller that delves into the depths of a mother's love and the relentless pursuit of truth, showcasing Jewell's talent for crafting intricate, character-driven stories that linger long after the last page is turned. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024 by MommaLayne
    • A good read
As “who dunnits” go, this isn’t much of one. Because you’ll know rather early on who the murderer is, the book really is about tying murder-mystery plot points together to see if it all makes some kind of logical sense at the end. The good news is that it does even though there are some convenient occurrences that help it along. For the sake of spoiler avoidance, I won’t tell you what they are but, trust me, you’ll spot them too. All that said, perhaps the best part of this book is the study of a what happens to a family when one of its children goes missing. Is the family dynamic strong enough to withstand it or does it fall apart? How do the surviving family members realign or adjust to the gap in the family photos? How does each person move on? That was pretty well explored in this book and I found parts of that very moving. As for the writing style, the pacing was good, the multiple perspectives were deftly handled, and each major character had their own distinctive voice. All in all, I found this a good read and wouldn’t hesitate to read more by this author. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024 by Tabby1249
    • An interesting but also somewhat disturbing novel you may want to check out.
As someone who loves all kinds of books from the many fascinating sciences to the often strange esoteric. I also like unusual thrillers that force you to turn the page to hurry and find out what happens next. While browsing on Amazon I came across this unusual and interesting 384-page soft cover book (Then she was gone by Lisa Jewell) book. This story takes place in Great Britain, but it could have been anywhere. I admit to finding this to be a page turning compelling read that was difficult to put down once I started the book. As someone with a law enforcement (many years ago) background I immediately suspected the person who is mentioned early in this thriller; however, I also found this book disturbing for reasons I am not going to reveal in this review. You will find out soon enough if you read this book. Unlike some reviewers who seem to enjoy giving too much information, which in my opinion may spoil it for those who are thinking of reading the book, I will just say, that if you like mysteries with an unusual theme with some strange and sometimes disturbing results, you may want to read this book. This is also a book about family who must deal with various issues. Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Use of the Monadnock Straight Baton). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024 by Joseph J. Truncale
    • Great read, amazing characterization, well written
Lisa Jewell's "Then She Was Gone" is a gripping and haunting psychological thriller that really digs deep into the complexities of loss, grief, and the harrowing mysteries that lie beneath seemingly ordinary lives. While it is not hard to figure out the who (at least not all of the time), the what and why are always being questioned. I feel that the characters are truly well developed with rich layers of the natural complexities of inherent human cognition. You can relate or at least sympathize with each character at one point or another in their storyline. The novel centers around the disappearance of Ellie Mack, a bright and promising fifteen-year-old girl who vanishes without a trace. The narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives and timelines, weaving together the perspectives of Ellie's family members, investigators, and those connected to her life. The novel is littered with unexpected twists and turns that kept me guessing until the final pages. The author adeptly builds tension and suspense, revealing clues and revelations that challenge perceptions and turn the story on its head over and over again. This book delivers a compelling exploration of loss, secrets, and the haunting aftermath of tragedy but it also shows the resiliency of the human spirit and how there can always be more...you just have to be open to it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2024 by Shelly F. D.

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