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The Night We Lost Him: A Novel
“Drama, mystery, and intrigue” (PureWow) unfold in this instant New York Times bestseller about estranged siblings chasing a fifty-year-old secret that shaped their father’s mysterious life—and death—in this “emotionally charged and unforgettable story” (E!) from the author of The Last Thing He Told Me.
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Another great one by Laura Dave. I can see why some people wouldn't like it though because it's kind of cerebral.
3.75 rounded up!
The Night We Lost Him is Laura Dave’s latest novel, her follow-up to the very successful The Last Thing He Told Me, which was adapted into a limited series, as well. As I was a fan of the book and the adaptation, The Night We Lost Him was a must-read for me. Dave provides the same familial focus, but here it’s between estranged half-siblings whose father has recently passed under suspicious circumstances. I was locked in to this one from the start. Dave successfully creates characters I’m curious about, as well as come to care about. She knows how to tell a good story.
It didn’t hurt that this one was set on the beautiful California coast, where I’d just returned from visiting, as well as Brooklyn, New York, where I’ve been, as well. If I’m familiar with the settings, it usually enhances my reading experience.
We meet Nora, who lives in Brooklyn. The recent death of her father has rattled her more than she wants to admit to herself, especially after it followed the death of her mother so closely. When her half-brother Sam reaches out with his concerns about their father’s death, she really doesn’t want to deal with it, but she can’t resist being pulled into Sam’s suspicious theories, wondering if maybe he’s on to something.
We alternate between Nora in the present and Liam, her father, as we learn about his past, leading up to the moment he died.
I’ve seen a few reviewers say this one shouldn’t be marketed as a thriller, and I have to say I agree. It’s a mystery or family drama with a few moments that give a thriller vibe. But it didn’t change how I felt about this one, I was always happy to dive back into it, invested and intrigued. And the book was a solid four stars for me up until the ending, which was fine, but just a little anti-climatic for my taste.
I was happy to see this one is being adapted, as well. Dave is currently working on a film adaptation. I think with the right changes, it could improve the story as it transitions from page to screen. The cast of characters and their dynamics are interesting and the layered story keeps you invested, and of course, there’s the atmospheric setting. If you haven’t already, add The Night We Lost Him to your fall reading list!
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The Night We Lost Him is Laura Dave’s latest novel, her follow-up to the very successful The Last Thing He Told Me, which was adapted into a limited series, as well. As I was a fan of the book and the adaptation, The Night We Lost Him was a must-read for me. Dave provides the same familial focus, but here it’s between estranged half-siblings whose father has recently passed under suspicious circumstances. I was locked in to this one from the start. Dave successfully creates characters I’m curious about, as well as come to care about. She knows how to tell a good story.
It didn’t hurt that this one was set on the beautiful California coast, where I’d just returned from visiting, as well as Brooklyn, New York, where I’ve been, as well. If I’m familiar with the settings, it usually enhances my reading experience.
We meet Nora, who lives in Brooklyn. The recent death of her father has rattled her more than she wants to admit to herself, especially after it followed the death of her mother so closely. When her half-brother Sam reaches out with his concerns about their father’s death, she really doesn’t want to deal with it, but she can’t resist being pulled into Sam’s suspicious theories, wondering if maybe he’s on to something.
We alternate between Nora in the present and Liam, her father, as we learn about his past, leading up to the moment he died.
I’ve seen a few reviewers say this one shouldn’t be marketed as a thriller, and I have to say I agree. It’s a mystery or family drama with a few moments that give a thriller vibe. But it didn’t change how I felt about this one, I was always happy to dive back into it, invested and intrigued. And the book was a solid four stars for me up until the ending, which was fine, but just a little anti-climatic for my taste.
I was happy to see this one is being adapted, as well. Dave is currently working on a film adaptation. I think with the right changes, it could improve the story as it transitions from page to screen. The cast of characters and their dynamics are interesting and the layered story keeps you invested, and of course, there’s the atmospheric setting. If you haven’t already, add The Night We Lost Him to your fall reading list!
Check out my playlists and reviews at A Book Wanderer
This was an excellent read. The author was in my head as I getting frustrated with some of the characters, she would address some of my thoughts, lol. The plot twist had me screaming WWWHHHAAAATTTTTTT!!!and some of the topic made me feel a little emotional. I would definitely recommend this book, the story was told in a beautiful way.
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