42 pages 1 hour read

Jane Harper

Exiles

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Exiles by Jane Harper follows detective Aaron Falk’s unofficial investigation into the disappearance of Kim Gillespie, who vanished during a food and wine festival in Marralee, Southern Australia. A year later, Falk is drawn into the case while visiting for a friend's son's christening. As he uncovers truths about Kim’s missing status and an unsolved hit-and-run, Falk reveals hidden depths of betrayal and deceit. The book includes themes of domestic abuse, suicide, and murder.

Reviews & Readership

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Jane Harper’s Exiles captivates with its intricate plotting and vivid depiction of an Australian community, yet it is occasionally weighed down by a slow pacing. The novel’s strengths lie in character development and atmosphere, though some readers may find the resolution less impactful compared to Harper's previous works. Overall, it is a compelling addition to her repertoire.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Exiles?

Readers who relish atmospheric crime thrillers will enjoy Jane Harper's Exiles. Those captivated by the intricate plotting and rich characterizations in Tana French's The Dublin Murder Squad series or the nuanced narrative style of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl will find Harper's work equally compelling. Ideal for fans of detailed mysteries set in evocative locales.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Themes

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies

Society: Community

Life/Time: The Past