Those Empty Eyes

Charlie Donlea
54 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2023

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Book Brief

Charlie Donlea

Those Empty Eyes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense
Setting

USA • 2010s

Theme
Truth & Lies

•

Conflict

•

Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Topic
Trauma & Abuse
First Publication Year

2023

Publisher

Kensington

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Those Empty Eyes, legal investigator Alex Armstrong, formerly Alexandra Quinlan, becomes entangled in a rape scandal at a local university that dredges up traumas from her past, including the wrongful accusation of her family's murder. As she delves deeper, she uncovers secrets about the true killer, finding parallels between the current case and her own family’s tragic history, navigating twists and legal battles to uncover the truth. The book discusses murder, death by suicide, rape, child exploitation, alcohol misuse, and gun violence.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

148,005 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Those Empty Eyes by Charlie Donlea receives accolades for its compelling plot and intricate character development, keeping readers engaged with its suspenseful twists. However, some critics note that the pacing lags in certain sections and predictability occasionally undermines the story's tension. Overall, it remains a solid choice for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Those Empty Eyes?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with strong, complex female protagonists will be captivated by Charlie Donlea’s Those Empty Eyes. Fans of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train will appreciate the blend of suspense, intricate plotting, and unexpected twists.

4.2

148,005 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Character List

A young woman whose life is defined by the tragedy of her family's murder, pushing her to go into hiding and pursue a quest for the truth about their deaths while constantly reinventing herself to avoid public recognition.

A complex character who serves as both a mentor and conflicted figure, driven by a desire for justice due to his own traumatic past, while grappling with guilt and moral complexities following the events surrounding the Quinlan murders.

A highly intelligent and driven figure with a past shaped by abuse, whose actions are defined by a skewed sense of justice and a commitment to a radical mission of vengeance against sexual predators.

An experienced FBI agent near retirement, valued for her investigative skills and consistency, whose involvement is crucial to the resolution of Alex's journey as she ventures into a more unpredictable and challenging career path.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense
Setting

USA • 2010s

Theme
Truth & Lies

•

Conflict

•

Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Topic
Trauma & Abuse
First Publication Year

2023

Publisher

Kensington

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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