The Fury

by

Alex Michaelides

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with unreliable narrators and complex character dynamics are likely to appreciate The Fury.
  • Fans of slow-burn mysteries set in atmospheric locations, particularly those who don't mind unlikable characters and metafictional elements, will find much to engage with.
  • The book may appeal to those who enjoy piecing together a story from multiple perspectives and timelines, and who appreciate twisty plots that keep them guessing until the end.
  • Readers familiar with Alex Michaelides' previous works and those who enjoy references to Greek mythology and theater may find additional layers to appreciate.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers seeking a fast-paced, straightforward thriller may find The Fury frustrating due to its slow build and complex narrative structure.
  • Those who prefer likable characters or clear-cut heroes and villains may struggle to connect with the cast.
  • Fans of traditional whodunits or readers who dislike unreliable narrators might find the storytelling style off-putting.
  • Additionally, those who are sensitive to spoilers for other books in an author's catalog should approach with caution.
  • Readers who prefer their thrillers to maintain a sense of realism throughout may find some of the plot twists too far-fetched or implausible.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Addictive and unputdownable for many readers
  • Smooth, natural prose that reads like a bedtime story
  • Dazzling narrative voice and strong character work
  • Perfect pacing and introduction of characters without info dumping
  • Clever structure with multiple perspectives on events
  • Twisty plot with surprising revelations
  • Short chapters make it a quick, engaging read
  • Atmospheric Greek island setting
  • Interesting psychological elements and character study
  • Connections to author's previous books that fans may enjoy

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Slow pacing, especially in the first half
  • Unreliable narrator that some found frustrating or confusing
  • Characters are mostly unlikable
  • Plot twists felt implausible or over-the-top to some
  • Excessive foreshadowing/teasing of future events
  • Messy or chaotic narrative structure
  • Less satisfying mystery element compared to author's previous work
  • Spoilers for author's other books included
  • Meta narrative style not to everyone's taste
  • Ending felt rushed or unsatisfying to some readers

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