In 'All the Missing Girls,' two young women go missing in a small town, and the enigmatic past reemerges to haunt those left behind. Told in reverse chronology, the narrative unfolds the layers of mystery and the impact of secrets on friendships and family. As the characters confront their memories and the truths they’ve buried, every choice reveals a web of deception and despair. This gripping thriller challenges readers to piece together the puzzle, making them question the reliability of memory and perception. Will you uncover the truth before it's too late?
By Megan Miranda
Published: 2017
""In the end, it’s the scars we carry that tell our story, and every silence echoes with the secrets we’ve kept.""
Ten years ago, Nicolette Farrell left Cooley Ridge, North Carolina under difficult circumstances. She'd just broken up with Tyler, the man she thought she'd marry, and her best friend, Corrine, had disappeared, never to be heard from again. When the call comes that her father is ailing, Nic is living in Philadelphia, light years away from her younger self. She drops everything to care for her dad, but within days of her return another girl goes missing. As Nic works to unravel what happened to the missing girl, shocking truths emerge about her neighbors, her family, and what really happened to Corinne that night ten years ago.
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“"In the end, it’s the scars we carry that tell our story, and every silence echoes with the secrets we’ve kept."”
All the Missing Girls
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Megan Miranda is a bestselling author known for her psychological thrillers and suspense novels. Some of her notable works include "All The Missing Girls," "The Perfect Stranger," and "The Last House Guest," which have been praised for their intricate plots and deep character development. Miranda's writing style is often characterized by its lyrical prose and an ability to create tension through atmospheric settings and unreliable narrators. Her compelling narratives explore themes of memory, obsession, and the complexities of relationships, making her a prominent voice in contemporary fiction.
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