Friday, August 28, 2020

Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

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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