76 pages 2 hours read

Harlan Coben

No Second Chance

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Before You Read

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

No Second Chance by Harlan Coben is a 2003 thriller novel about Dr. Marc Seidman, who wakes up in the hospital after being shot to find his wife murdered and his infant daughter kidnapped. As the main suspect, Marc navigates ransom demands, deception, and dangerous confrontations to uncover who is behind the attack, all while trying to rescue his daughter and prove his innocence. The book contains themes of child abduction and sexual abuse.

Reviews & Readership

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

No Second Chance by Harlan Coben is lauded for its fast-paced and gripping narrative, keeping readers on the edge with its twists and suspense. However, some critics note the plot's occasional predictability and mixed character development. Despite these flaws, the novel generally captivates fans of the thriller genre, delivering a page-turning experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read No Second Chance?

Readers who enjoy thrillers with intense suspense and unexpected twists, akin to James Patterson's Kiss the Girls or Lee Child's Jack Reacher series, will find Harlan Coben's No Second Chance riveting. This book appeals to fans of intricate plots, personal vendettas, and high-stakes drama.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Grief / Death

Themes

Relationships: Fathers

Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice

Emotions/Behavior: Love