50 pages 1 hour read

Sarah Pinborough

Behind Her Eyes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough, Louise, a single mother and receptionist, becomes entangled with her new boss, David, and his enigmatic wife, Adele. As Louise befriends Adele and begins an affair with David, she uncovers disturbing secrets about their past and their relationship, leading to a suspenseful and twist-filled narrative involving trust, deception, and psychological manipulation. The book explores themes of mental health, trauma, and intimate partner violence.

Reviews & Readership

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Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough is praised for its captivating plot twists and suspenseful narrative, engaging readers with psychological depth. However, some find the story's pacing uneven and the characters less relatable. Despite this, the novel’s shocking conclusion leaves a memorable impact, marking it a noteworthy psychological thriller.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Behind Her Eyes?

Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and unexpected twists, similar to Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, will find Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough captivating. Its blend of suspense, intricate plotting, and dark secrets will especially appeal to fans of complex, character-driven mysteries.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Romance

Topics

Relationships

Mental Illness

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Memory

Emotions/Behavior: Love

Relationships: Marriage