41 pages • 1 hour read
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In Megan Miranda’s The Last House Guest, Avery Greer navigates the complex aftermath of her best friend Sadie Loman’s death in a small seaside town in Maine. As Avery investigates the circumstances surrounding Sadie's apparent suicide, she uncovers secrets involving the wealthy Loman family, deceit, and her own past, challenging the town's veneer of innocence while confronting class divisions and hidden truths. The content includes discussions of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
The Last House Guest by Megan Miranda is praised for its gripping, fast-paced plot and atmospheric setting. Reviewers appreciated the complex characters and twisty narrative. However, some criticized the predictability of certain plot points and the pacing in the middle sections. Overall, it's a compelling summer thriller that keeps readers engaged.
A reader who enjoys The Last House Guest by Megan Miranda likely appreciates mystery and suspense novels. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will be captivated by this gripping, twist-filled narrative centered around dark secrets and small-town intrigue.
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Natural World: Appearance & Reality
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies