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Blueeyedboy

Joanne Harris
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Blueeyedboy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

Book Brief

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Joanne Harris

Blueeyedboy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Northern England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blueeyedboy by Joanne Harris centers on an individual named Benjamin, who engages with an online community through a blog under the alias "blueeyedboy." The narrative unfolds through posts and comments, revealing the complexities of Ben's relationships, family dynamics, and the darker aspects of his personality. Themes of identity, secrecy, and manipulation emerge throughout the story.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.6

5,306 ratings

44%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Joanne Harris's Blueeyedboy captivates with its dark, psychological depth and complex narrative structure, engaging readers through its blog-based storytelling. The novel's intricate plot and character development receive praise, yet some find its nonlinear progression confusing. Despite potential disorientation, the book's suspenseful and gripping nature is widely appreciated.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blueeyedboy?

A reader who enjoys psychological thrillers with dark, twisted narratives would appreciate Blueeyedboy by Joanne Harris. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train would be drawn to its complex characters and suspenseful storytelling. The novel's exploration of identity and revenge further captivates those intrigued by psychological and moral ambiguities.

3.6

5,306 ratings

44%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Northern England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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