Pieces of Her is a mystery, thriller & suspense novel written by Karin Slaughter. The story follows Andrea Barnes, a woman who suddenly finds herself struggling to remember her past after an incident at work leaves her with serious head injuries. With the help of her mother and detective friends, Andrea begins to unravel the puzzle pieces of her life – piecing together painful memories that she had long forgotten. But as she comes closer to discovering the truth about what happened to her, Andrea realizes that some secrets are best left hidden…
For who is this book for ?
Slaughter’s book is for mystery, thriller and suspense readers who are interested in a fast-paced and exciting plot that revolves around the search for identity. The story tackles head injuries, family secrets and spine chilling crimes – making it perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn and Patricia Cornwell.
Pros :
- The plot is very compelling and keeps you engaged until the end.
- The characters are well developed and interesting.
- Karin Slaughter’s writing style is excellent and easy to read.
Cons :
- The book may be confusing to some readers
- The reveal at the end may feel anti-climactic for some
- Some readers may find the pacing slow
Learn more about the author
Karin Slaughter is the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of more than 20 novels, including Pretty Girls, The Good Daughter and Pieces of Her. She co-wrote the screenplay for GAILtflower with her husband Willimon Hill.
Reader Reviews
“Karin Slaughter is one of the best thriller writers out there, and Pieces of Her proves it. This novel has everything: an immersive plot, intriguing characters, and a jaw-dropping ending. I couldn’t put it down!”
“A riveting, fast-paced thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.”
“I don’t think I have ever read anything quite like Pieces of Her before. It is a chilling, fast-paced thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.”
“5 STARS!!! I could not put this book down. The story line was great and the ending made me want to read more books by Karin Slaughter.”