The Girl on the Train
Author: Paula Hawkins
Traits: Psychological thriller, Murder mystery
Language: English
Rachel Watson, the novel's unreliable narrator, is a woman whose life is unraveling. Every day, she rides the same train, gazing out at the same suburban houses. She becomes fixated on a couple she sees through the train window, imagining their perfect life. But when the woman she admires goes missing, Rachel is pulled into a web of intrigue, unable to trust her own memory.
Hawkins writing is gripping, and the alternating perspectives add layers of complexity to the story. Each character is flawed, making them feel real and relatable, even as their secrets come to light. The tension builds steadily, leading to a climax that's as shocking as it is satisfying.
If you're a fan of thrillers that delve deep into the dark corners of the human mind, "The Girl on the Train" is a must-read. It’s a haunting exploration of how easily reality can blur into fantasy and how dangerous that can be.
Would you trust what you see? Or, like Rachel, would you begin to question everything?
R/W Rating:- 7.5/10
Goodreads Rating:-3.96/5
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