'Behind Her Eyes' by Sarah Pinborough follows the intertwined lives of Louise, David, and Adele in a psychological thriller filled with unexpected twists and turns. Louise, a single mom and secretary, becomes entangled in a complex relationship with her new boss, David, and his wife, Adele. As the story progresses, secrets are revealed, manipulations are uncovered, and the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, leading to a mind-bending and shocking conclusion that challenges readers' perceptions.
The narrative alternates between the perspectives of Adele and Louise, offering a deep dive into their characters and motivations. The story unfolds gradually, building tension and suspense as readers are taken on a dark and twisted journey of control, manipulation, and deception. Sarah Pinborough's writing style expertly weaves together elements of psychological suspense, paranormal intrigue, and unexpected plot twists, creating a gripping and unsettling tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the final page.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The book includes content warnings for domestic abuse, manipulation, emotional abuse, and themes surrounding mental health.
Has Romance?
There are significant romantic elements, particularly in the relationships between Louise, David, and Adele, which are central to the plot.
From The Publisher:
NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES
The instant New York Times and #1 international bestseller. "You should read Behind Her Eyes…It's bloody brilliant." -Stephen King
Behind Her Eyes is the masterful psychological thriller from Sarah Pinborough with the ending everyone is talking about - the story of a marriage like you've never imagined.
Meet Louise. She is a hard-working single mom, stuck in a rut. One rare night out, she meets a man in a bar and the sparks fly. Though he leaves after they kiss, Louise is thrilled to have finally connected with someone.
"An eerie thriller…A terrifying mind game." -The New York Times Book Review
When she arrives at the office on Monday, Louise meets David, her new boss. It's the man from the bar. The very married man from the bar who now says that their kiss was a terrible mistake…even if he still can't keep his eyes off his new secretary.
"Brings to mind Hitchcock...masterfully engineered…the kind of novel that takes over your life." -Joe Hill
Then Louise meets Adele, who's new in town and in need of a friend. She seems to be deathly scared of her husband. ..who happens to be David. How did Louise end up drawn into this couple's orbit-and how will she ever find her way out? The only thing that Louise knows for sure is that something in David and Adele's marriage is very, very wrong. But how could she have ever imagined just how far a husband and wife might go to protect their secrets?
"Deserves its own warning label...for [the] ingenious, to-die-for twist." -BookPage
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What a total mind-fuck. I had so many questions throughout the whole book but the author did a good job of tying it all together.
I definitely rate this miniseries a 5 star! The casting of actors is simply superb! The plot and content itself are so suspenseful and creative. Then, Tom Bateman who plays David is so drop dead gorgeous until it is unbelievable. Adele dresses simply beautifully like the old time movie stars which reminds me of the way I love to dress; I'm from B'ham, Alabama, and we females love to dress beautifully at all times.
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About the Author:
Sarah Pinborough is the award-winning, New York Times and internationally bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes and 13 Minutes. She lives in London.
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