Charlie Donlea writes suspense novels that keep readers guessing. His titles include Mörderische Aussichten, The Girl who was Taken, and Guess Again. Donlea's books are known for their unexpected turns and clever plots.
The Girl who was Taken
The Girl who was Taken
Synopsis
Nicole Cutty and Megan McDonald are both high school seniors in the small town of Emerson Bay, North Carolina. When they disappear from a beach party one warm summer night, police launch a massive search. No clues are found, and hope is almost lost until Megan miraculously surfaces after escaping from a bunker deep in the woods.
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Characters
Nicole CuttyProtagonist
One of two high school seniors who disappear from a beach party, leading to a massive search.
Megan McDonaldProtagonist
The other high school senior who disappears with Nicole, later miraculously surfacing after escaping from a bunker.
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Edition
The Girl who was TakenUnknown, 2017Language: EnglishISBN: 9781496701008
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Girl Who Was Taken have a dual timeline?
The narrative unfolds across two distinct timelines, one following the immediate aftermath of the abduction and the other detailing the protagonist's life after her return, gradually revealing how the events connect.
Is The Girl Who Was Taken a standalone novel?
This book is a standalone thriller and does not require reading any other books by Charlie Donlea to understand the plot or characters.
How does The Girl Who Was Taken compare to Charlie Donlea's other books?
Readers familiar with Donlea's work will find his signature style of intricate plotting and unexpected twists present, but this novel particularly focuses on the psychological impact of trauma and the unreliable nature of memory.