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Look Closer

By: David Ellis
Narrated by: Will Damron, Hillary Huber, Elizabeth Garrett, Steve West
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Summary

“Wildly entertaining.”—New York Times Book Review

From the bestselling and award-winning author comes a wickedly clever and fast-paced novel of greed, revenge, obsession—and quite possibly the perfect murder.

Simon and Vicky couldn’t seem more normal: a wealthy Chicago couple, he a respected law professor, she an advocate for domestic violence victims. A stable, if unexciting marriage. But one thing’s for sure: absolutely nothing is what it seems. The pair are far from normal, and one of them just may be a killer.

When the body of a beautiful socialite is found hanging in a mansion in a nearby suburb, Simon and Vicky’s secrets begin to unravel. A secret whirlwind affair. A twenty-million-dollar trust fund about to come due. A decades-long grudge and obsession with revenge. These are just a few of the lies that make up the complex web... and they will have devastating consequences. And while both Vicky and Simon are liars, just who exactly is conning who? Part Gone Girl and part Strangers on a Train, Look Closer is a wild rollercoaster of a read that will have you questioning everything you think you know.

©2022 David Ellis (P)2022 Penguin Audio
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Critic reviews

"I’ll tell you what—Look Closer is James Patterson’s Book Club selection. You won’t forget this novel, and these characters—good and bad—for a long time."—James Patterson

“Serpentine revelations will surprise even the cleverest mystery readers. This complex tale of triple-crossings and devious revenge should win Ellis new fans.”—Publishers Weekly

“Twisty, intricately plotted…. Even seasoned mystery readers won’t be able to predict all the knots in Simon and Vicky’s tangled web of deception. A roller-coaster ride full of unexpected twists and turns.”—Kirkus Reviews

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Great listen

True thriller with great twists in the plot. Thoroughly enjoyed this . Kept me engaged throughout.

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Twist after twist

I went in blind to this book so didn’t know what to expect, and admittedly it took a few chapters before I really got into it. I really did enjoy this book! You think you know where it’s going, and then there’s a twist… and another twist… and another twist. Really well executed when it was all pieced together and the ending/resolution was a satisfying one.

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rollercoaster of twists

I haven't written a review in ages but this book was too amazing not to say it.just as I was starting to think I had it all figured out it hit me with another clever twist.i cannot recommend enough.

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Rollercoaster

Great story with loads of twists and turns. Well narrated by all the performers. Could not stop listening and it would make a great film.

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Bloomin brilliant

Started listening to this at 10am this morning and it’s now 1.30 am but had to get up the end. Brilliant! Epitomises the pleasure of a good book. Thank you.

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The twist at the end

A bit slow to get into but i understand now why it was written that way. Riveting story and read very well.

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Clever

Loved this. A Really cleverly thought out and twisty thriller. Thoroughly recommend. Great narration too. 👍🏻

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Great book!

The plot twists were amazing along with the story line, thoroughly enjoyed this one! Going to look up other books by the author.

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Genius!!

Easily my best read of 2024!!Excellent plot twists, very easy to read. Narration was excellent as well, perfect execution to bring the characters to life! Cannot recommend highly enough!

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