Reviews

A Filha Desaparecida by Emily Gunnis

beckybooks's review against another edition

emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Forced institutionalization, Gun violence, and Mental illness

Purpeural psychosis, neonatal resuscitation

leighsnerdlife's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I‘ve previously read and reviewed a book written by Gunnis - and I enjoyed it. So really it’s no surprise that I think The Lost Child is a great read as well. 

Gunnis has a real talent for creating character driven, complex, and emotional mysteries that span generations. So, I find that it’s not just the mystery that pulls you in, but also you get quite invested in the people involved in it. I haven’t seen that happen much in the mysteries I’ve read, which is a shame - I really enjoy that extra depth added to the story. 

I’m trying to keep this vague, since I really don’t want to give the mystery away - and it’s a doozy. But I can say that once you pick the book up it’s really hard to put down! It’s a moody and sometimes dark read, perfect for the Fall. I’d recommend adding it to your October TBR.