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A review by judithdcollins
He's Gone by Deb Caletti
4.0
HE’S GONE by Deb Caletti is a thought-provoking and compelling novel of one spouse who has disappeared and the wife, is left to re-examine her life, marriage, relationship, and the events leading up to this mysterious night.
Dani Keller, a freelance graphic and website designer was married to an abusive husband, Mark with a daughter, Abby when she met Ian. His daughter played on Abby’s baseball team, and they would frequently run into each other at social events, and became more attracted to one another.
Ian was in a miserable marriage to Mary who liked to party, drink, and spend his money, and he and Dani enjoyed similar interests. They have an affair, he leaves his marriage, when his wife forces him to choose, leading to a nasty divorce, and Dani and Ian marry.
HE’S GONE dives deep into the feelings and emotions of Dani, while she was married to Mark through the abuse, the affair with Ian, her marriage, and events leading up to the disappearance.
However, the events are fuzzy the night of a party at her husband’s work, the night prior to finding him gone. She had too many glasses of wine, mixed with pills and cannot remember the last part of the evening.
At first she thinks he left to run errands; however, when he does not return, she begins to suspect he has left for good. But where and why? She begins to search for clues on his computer, closet, and contacts everyone who knows her husband.
When she begins to unravel the pieces of her life, it is not so perfect. Could she possibly have walked from one troubled man, straight into the arms of another man just as troubled and abusive? She begins to question her marriage, and her choices, and herself.
He is no where to be found. Was there an accident? Did he leave with another woman? His car is parked next to their house; however, he has not used his credit cards, or cell phone. She finally calls the police and the investigation begins.
Of course, Ian’s ex-wife and family blame Dani, and the investigation focuses on her. In addition Dani’s mom, a secondary character (a riot, as loved her), does not care for Ian (very controlling), nor did she care for her first husband.
As the layers begin to peel back, readers examine the crisis and mysteries of Dani's relationships, her thoughts and feelings, switching back and forth from past to present.
HE’S GONE is a captivating psychological novel viewing marriage, relationships, and family. Dani questions her patterns, thoughts, and behavior and why she continues to repeat these patterns.
HE’S GONE is a much better book than Gone Girl, in my opinion. Caletti brilliantly crafts an emotional and riveting tale with compassion, while exploring secrets of the heart. Fans of Liane Moriarty, will enjoy HE’S GONE, and the author’s style. If you enjoyed HE’S GONE, would also recommend The Good Girl, by Mary Kubica.
I listened to the audiobook and performer Cassandra Campbell was excellent. Looking forward to reading more from this talented author and storyteller!
Dani Keller, a freelance graphic and website designer was married to an abusive husband, Mark with a daughter, Abby when she met Ian. His daughter played on Abby’s baseball team, and they would frequently run into each other at social events, and became more attracted to one another.
Ian was in a miserable marriage to Mary who liked to party, drink, and spend his money, and he and Dani enjoyed similar interests. They have an affair, he leaves his marriage, when his wife forces him to choose, leading to a nasty divorce, and Dani and Ian marry.
HE’S GONE dives deep into the feelings and emotions of Dani, while she was married to Mark through the abuse, the affair with Ian, her marriage, and events leading up to the disappearance.
However, the events are fuzzy the night of a party at her husband’s work, the night prior to finding him gone. She had too many glasses of wine, mixed with pills and cannot remember the last part of the evening.
At first she thinks he left to run errands; however, when he does not return, she begins to suspect he has left for good. But where and why? She begins to search for clues on his computer, closet, and contacts everyone who knows her husband.
When she begins to unravel the pieces of her life, it is not so perfect. Could she possibly have walked from one troubled man, straight into the arms of another man just as troubled and abusive? She begins to question her marriage, and her choices, and herself.
He is no where to be found. Was there an accident? Did he leave with another woman? His car is parked next to their house; however, he has not used his credit cards, or cell phone. She finally calls the police and the investigation begins.
Of course, Ian’s ex-wife and family blame Dani, and the investigation focuses on her. In addition Dani’s mom, a secondary character (a riot, as loved her), does not care for Ian (very controlling), nor did she care for her first husband.
As the layers begin to peel back, readers examine the crisis and mysteries of Dani's relationships, her thoughts and feelings, switching back and forth from past to present.
HE’S GONE is a captivating psychological novel viewing marriage, relationships, and family. Dani questions her patterns, thoughts, and behavior and why she continues to repeat these patterns.
HE’S GONE is a much better book than Gone Girl, in my opinion. Caletti brilliantly crafts an emotional and riveting tale with compassion, while exploring secrets of the heart. Fans of Liane Moriarty, will enjoy HE’S GONE, and the author’s style. If you enjoyed HE’S GONE, would also recommend The Good Girl, by Mary Kubica.
I listened to the audiobook and performer Cassandra Campbell was excellent. Looking forward to reading more from this talented author and storyteller!