Then She Was Gone is about a sixteen year old girl named
Ellie Mack and her disappearance. After not coming home one day, her mother,
Laurel Mack, panics and becomes devastated when she realizes that she is gone
forever. But who wouldn't want to kidnap Ellie, she has the perfect life. From
excellent grades, to perfect boyfriend, and to a perfect family of five, she
basically has the life everyone wants. But Laurel was obsessed with Ellie, she
referred to her as the golden child. She was her mother's favorite child. When
Ellie disappeared, Laurel's life fell apart and nothing was going right. After
her divorce and her other children leaving the house, the police found bones
that were identified to be Ellie's. Years after, Laurel was living on her own
and found herself meeting a young man named Floyd and his daughter Poppy.
Laurel was shocked when she met Poppy because she was identical to Ellie. She
is then determined to find out why Poppy looks and acts like her missing
daughter.
This book became one of my favorite books. I enjoy reading
books that have mystery, thriller, and some sort of suspense to them. The plot twist was unsuspected and it took a
crazy turn. I just wanted to keep on reading and reading till the end. The plot
took so many turns and it kept up the suspense. I would definitely
recommend this book to anyone who enjoys mystery themed books and people who
want an exciting plot.
Reviewed by A.C., Grade 9
Casa Verdugo Library
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