Gone Girl
Ratings1,313
Average rating3.9
It's not often you read a first person account/narrative and the writer comes across as an arse.
The synopsis does not do this marvelous piece of art any justice at all. Initially, the synopsis put me off buying this, and rightfully so - who wants to read about a boring couple where the quietest character probably did something to the wife? BORING.
But no. Gone Girl is better than that. It is a masterpiece. Once you begin reading the novel, the layers and clues get really interesting, forcing you to play out the story with Nick Dunne. The writing is spectacular, in the sense that the novel is easy to read but still contains elements of a higher level mystery novel. This book was so good, I read this in a single sitting on a school day - risky, I know! But still the temptation was irresistible. Flynn does such a wonderful job of characterization and putting together an elaborate plot that is sure to blow your socks off. It's truly my favorite book of all time - not even the Throne of Glass series that I am utterly obsessed with can take Gone Girl's place because it IS that good.
After reading this book, I've been able to connect Gone Girl to almost every other novel I've ever read, simply because of the complex psychological aspects that are displayed here. Moreover, just how every book has a main message, Gone Girl, although a thriller you may believe to be written simply for the pleasure of reading also carries a very true theme. There are several articles online addressing the theme (I don't want to spoil it here), so once you're done reading, I'd really suggest you read some of those.
If you're thinking about reading this book, I must encourage you to take the leap and just do it. You won't be disappointed. In my opinion, Gone Girl is a book that is standing amongst some of the greatest novels of our generation.
anyone who's an inspiration for a series of children's books named Amazing Amy is bound to be mentally unstable. Amy reminded me of the villain in that Julia Roberts movie (the one with the Ocd abusive husband), but she was a better villain, I think.
Still, I must be completely honest and say GF's writing doesn't appeal to me. Don't know why. Can't put my finger on it, but I think the story is amazing (loved the movie, for instance), and yet the book was an ordeAl for me to go through. That is why I can't, with an open heart, recommend the book.
So I watched the movie a long time ago and the movie did a really, really good job of translating the vibe of the book to the big screen. So if you've seen the movie, you kind of know what you're getting. The plot revolves around a husband his wife who goes missing. It's revealed that the husband actually hated his wife and seemingly doesn't seem too outwardly concerned about it all, and ends up becoming the main suspect in her disappearance.
Could this book BE any longer? I tried to not DNF so hard because I have DNF'd so many books lately and this one is popular. After the second notification that I am due to return my book I said f it.
This book kept me up for more late nights than any other that I've read. However, the first half outshines the second half considerably, and the ending feels very unrealistic. A few days ago I would have recommended this without hesitation; having finished it, I'm not so sure.
Gillian Flynn's “Gone Girl” is a psychological thriller that tells the story of a husband's search for his missing wife. The book is full of twists and turns, and keeps the reader guessing until the very end. Flynn's writing is excellent, and the characters are fascinating. The book is a quick read, but it's one that will stay with you long after you've finished it.
This book exploded into the bestsellers chart earlier this year and already movie rights have been bought up by Reese Witherspoon's film company, whilst every newspaper for a while had pictures of celebrities with a copy of this book tucked under their arms.
When a book receives such endorsements it's almost unbearable not to check out whether the hype is deserved.
This is the story of Nick & Amy, a young married city couple who have moved back to Nick's small hometown in order to help care for his ill mother. One day however Amy disappears and suddenly every aspect of their marriage is under the microscope. The problem is though that Nick's view of his marriage seems to be out of synch with what the police are finding out about Amy. Suddenly Nick is suspect number 1.
I loved first half of this book, the way the chapters flit between Amy & Nick, exploring their marriage from two view points and this was intriguing. It built the suspense and a picture which promised a strong book. About half way through though it flipped on it's head and went a little crazy. I won't go into any specifics because it would ruin for those who haven't read it yet but suffice to say it made the ending less than I was expecting.
Personally I didn't find the ending credible, it left me frustrated and the character unresolved. I can see why this might translate well to the screen and I'm positive it will receive lots of attention on release. For me it wasn't the greatest book ever but it did introduce me to the author and I'd now (based on part of Gone Girl) give the other books from her a try.
I could not put this book down, but was disgusted with the ending. Many twists and turns, but I ended up disliking both of the main characters. I will not be reading any more of Gillian Flynn's novels.
DNFed at 70% the narration was so grating I couldn't take one more minute of it. Edited for clarity: I find most narrators somewhat grating and slow even when sped all the way up, that's why I generally don't do audiobooks, please take my review of this particular narration with a grain of salt.
Oh my goodness. This book blew my mind. I was on a bus on my way to visit my parents. I was sick with the flu and i got motion sickness. On top of that it was the middle of the night but I just could not pit this book down. Intriguing, jaw-dropping and crazy.
I thought with all the hype I should give this book a try; boy, the masses are wrong on this one. Trite writing with a narrative voice that is annoying. I'm glad these characters moved out of New York, I don't need anymore obnoxious, juvenile neighbors.
This book is truly a literary piece of junk. Will pass on anything else written by Flynn.
que bueno me muero (no quiero casarme ahora que miedo)
“I support women’s rights but more importantly I support women’s wrongs”
When I say I want to read a good domestic thriller this is what I want!
The writing style was equal parts slick and witty as well as shocking and jaw dropping.
The characters were unlikeable and trifling. Like y'all these people are horrible with zero redeemable qualities.
BUT this story was diabolical. Absolutely amazing. The twists were perfection. The bar has been set for domestic thrillers I need them all to come with this same sinister and psychotic energy that because I felt all the thrills with this one.