56 Days
56 Days
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
305
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
56 Days by Catherine Ryan Howard follows Ciara and Oliver, who meet in Dublin as COVID-19 lockdown begins. They decide to isolate together, but secrets and lies threaten their brief relationship. The story delves into themes of trust and deceit within the backdrop of a global pandemic.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
56 Days by Catherine Ryan Howard has received mixed reviews. Critics praise its clever narrative structure and suspenseful plot, set uniquely during the COVID-19 lockdown. However, some feel that the pacing is inconsistent and certain twists may be predictable. Overall, the novel is appreciated for its thrilling insights into human behavior in confined circumstances.
Who Should Read 56 Days?
Readers who enjoy twisty psychological thrillers and domestic suspense will find 56 Days by Catherine Ryan Howard compelling. Fans of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will appreciate its intense, character-driven narrative and unpredictable plot twists.
305
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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