51 pages 1 hour read

Clémence Michallon

The Quiet Tenant

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Super Short Summary

In the contemporary thriller The Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon, the story follows a woman’s desperate attempt to escape a serial killer named Aidan who has imprisoned her for five years while also killing many other women, all unbeknownst to his daughter. The killer’s voice is excluded, with the narrative being driven by the perspectives of the women impacted by his crimes. The novel includes depictions of captivity, assault, murder, manipulation, and trauma-related themes.

Reviews & Readership

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Clémence Michallon's The Quiet Tenant is a suspenseful thriller praised for its gripping narrative and complex characters. Critics commend Michallon's ability to build tension and maintain reader engagement. However, some reviews mention a predictable plot and lack of depth in secondary characters. Overall, the book is considered a solid, engaging entry in the thriller genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Quiet Tenant?

Fans of psychological thrillers with strong, suspenseful narratives will relish The Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon. Ideal for readers who enjoyed The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins or Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn, this gripping novel delves into complex characters and dark, twisting plotlines.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Themes

Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies

Identity: Femininity