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Paula McLain

When the Stars Go Dark

When the Stars Go Dark

A mystery novel by Paula McLain following a missing persons detective who returns to her hometown after a tragedy.

2 people recommend this

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  • Spines, Flicks, and Wax
    Spines, Flicks, and WaxFirst to rec

    “This one came out a few years ago but I feel it may not have gotten the attention it should have. Anna, a veteran missing persons detective in San Francisco, is hit with a family tragedy and seeks refuge in the Mendocino area where she grew up. When a teenage girl goes missing in her hometown, Anna is reminded of an unsolved murder of a young girl during her childhood. Is there a connection? If your book club enjoyed Liz Moore's Long Bright River (or even her recent hit God of the Woods), this might be a good book club pick for your group!”

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  • Caitrin Chappelle
    Caitrin Chappelle

    “Gripping read with a lot of complexity and depth.”

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