Run Away

Harlan Coben

Run Away

Harlan Coben
55 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2019

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Book Brief

Harlan Coben

Run Away

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Perseverance

•

Fathers
Topic
Addiction & Substance Abuse
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Run Away by Harlan Coben, a person searches desperately for their missing daughter, who has fallen into a dangerous lifestyle. The journey uncovers dark secrets and leads them into a world filled with danger and deception. It’s a gripping tale of familial love, persistence, and the lengths one will go to for their loved ones.

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

84,406 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Run Away by Harlan Coben offers a gripping plot with well-crafted twists that keeps readers on edge. Praise often goes to its fast pace and compelling characters. However, some find the storyline lacking in originality and felt certain plot points were predictable. Overall, it is a solid thriller, engaging but with minor shortcomings in creativity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Run Away?

Fans of suspenseful thrillers and emotionally charged family dramas will enjoy Harlan Coben's Run Away. Readers who appreciated Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies will be drawn to its intense plot twists and compelling character depth. Ideal for those seeking a fast-paced, heart-pounding read with relatable, flawed protagonists.

4.1

84,406 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

A financial advisor and father whose search for his missing daughter, Paige, leads him into dangerous territories and moral complexities.

Simon's wife and a pediatrician with a hidden past, whose maternal instincts drive her to unexpected actions in her effort to protect her family.

Simon and Ingrid's daughter, whose struggles with addiction and disappearance act as the catalyst for the novel's events.

Paige's abusive boyfriend, whose involvement with her is complicated by a deeper connection to the family's past.

A retired FBI agent turned private investigator, key to uncovering connections between missing persons and a dark conspiracy.

A pair of professional assassins with a sibling-like bond, tasked with eliminating threats tied to a sinister cult.

A Marine veteran and building owner who serves as a supportive mentor figure to the Greene family in their time of need.

A sharp and capable defense attorney helping Simon navigate the legal repercussions of his actions.

Ingrid’s sister and Simon's business partner, who provides emotional and practical support to the family.

An NYPD detective investigating a murder closely tied to the Greene family, adding external pressure to their plight.

Aaron's adoptive parents, who embody the dysfunction and deception that have permeated his life.

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Perseverance

•

Fathers
Topic
Addiction & Substance Abuse
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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