Local Woman Missing

Mary Kubica
47 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2021

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Book Brief

Mary Kubica

Local Woman Missing

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense

•

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Theme
Community

•

Family

•

Truth & Lies
First Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Park Row

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Mary Kubica's 2021 domestic thriller Local Woman Missing, several individuals abruptly vanish in a Chicago suburb, triggering a profound, community-wide impact. The narrative, told from multiple viewpoints and in a non-linear fashion, delves into the complexities of suburban life, personal trauma, and individualism. The story investigates the connections and actions that intertwine the characters' lives amid these mysterious disappearances. The book mentions neglect and abuse of children, violent death, and apparent death by suicide.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

942,606 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica captivates with its intense plot and well-developed characters, keeping readers on edge. The dual timelines and multiple perspectives add depth, though some may find the constant shifts challenging to follow. Overall, it's a gripping psychological thriller that delivers twists and emotional complexity, despite a few convoluted moments.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Local Woman Missing?

Fans of gripping psychological thrillers like Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will be captivated by Mary Kubica's Local Woman Missing. This novel is perfect for readers who enjoy intricate plots, shocking twists, and deep dives into human psychology and small-town secrets.

4.1

942,606 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

Meredith is one of the novel's three main narrators, who balances her work as a doula with family life and becomes central to the unfolding mystery.

Kate serves as one of the narrators, providing insight into events following a key disappearance, all while managing her life as a veterinarian and her relationship.

Leo, another narrator, provides perspective from a later timeline and navigates familial and personal challenges after a significant escape.

Bea is portrayed as an assertive and stylish individual, contrasting with her partner and influencing crucial story developments.

Josh is Meredith's husband, who experiences a profound personal and professional transformation following a family tragedy.

Carly is a young woman and kidnap survivor, whose journey involves identity confusion and resilience in overcoming her ordeal.

The Hanaka family is depicted as the seemingly ideal suburban household, though underlying tensions impact their interactions with others.

Shelby and Jason Tebow are a young couple whose marriage faces trials, including suspicions and external events that strain their relationship.

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense

•

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Theme
Community

•

Family

•

Truth & Lies
First Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Park Row

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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