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Glass Houses

Louise Penny
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Glass Houses

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Louise Penny

Glass Houses

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

391

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Three Pines, Quebec • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Glass Houses by Louise Penny explores a mysterious murder in the Quebec village of Three Pines. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache navigates a complex investigation involving a mysterious figure and hidden secrets. The story interweaves themes of justice, conscience, and moral dilemmas, as individuals confront their pasts and face the consequences of their actions.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Emotional

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.5

104,099 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Glass Houses by Louise Penny is lauded for its intricate plot and vivid portrayal of the fictional village of Three Pines. Readers appreciate the suspenseful storytelling and the depth of its characters, especially Inspector Gamache. Criticisms include a slow start and complex legal jargon that may confuse some. Overall, it's a compelling mix of mystery and introspection.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Glass Houses?

An ideal reader for Louise Penny's Glass Houses enjoys intricate mysteries with rich character development, akin to fans of Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. They appreciate settings imbued with a strong sense of place and moral complexity, similar to Donna Tartt’s The Secret History.

4.5

104,099 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

391

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Three Pines, Quebec • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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