The Reappearance of Rachel Price is a young adult mystery thriller novel written by Holly Jackson, author of the popular A Good Girl's Guide to Murder series.
The story centers around Annabel "Bel" Price, a teenager who has grown up in the shadow of her mother's disappearance sixteen years ago. Bel was the only witness to her mother, Rachel's, vanishing, but she has no memories of the event. Presumed dead by everyone, the case is reopened when the Price family agrees to participate in a true-crime documentary about Rachel's disappearance.
Bel's life is upended when, in the midst of filming the documentary, Rachel reappears. Her return is shrouded in mystery, with an unbelievable story about what happened to her. Uncertain of her mother's motives and with lingering doubts about her story, Bel decides to investigate on her own, determined to uncover the truth about her mother's disappearance and reappearance.
Here are some reasons why you might enjoy The Reappearance of Rachel Price:
- Compelling mystery: The novel keeps you guessing with its central mystery of what happened to Rachel and why she reappeared after sixteen years.
- Unreliable narrator: Bel's unreliable narration adds another layer of intrigue as you question her perception of events and her mother's motives
- Fast-paced and suspenseful: The story is fast-paced, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you engaged.
- Exploration of family dynamics: The novel explores the complex relationship between Bel and her mother, both before and after Rachel's disappearance.
- Themes of trauma and resilience: The story delves into the impact of trauma on Bel's life and her journey towards healing.
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