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Just What Kind of Mother Are You?

Paula Daly
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Just What Kind of Mother Are You?

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Paula Daly

Just What Kind of Mother Are You?

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lake District, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Just What Kind of Mother Are You? by Paula Daly is a suspenseful novel exploring maternal instincts and friendships. The story follows a person whose friend's daughter goes missing under their care, unraveling hidden truths and testing relationships. The narrative delves into personal guilt and societal pressure regarding parenting, maintaining tension and mystery throughout.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.0

16,262 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Just What Kind of Mother Are You? by Paula Daly is praised for its gripping narrative and vivid character development, appealing to fans of suspenseful thrillers. However, some readers find the plot's pacing uneven and certain twists predictable. Overall, it's an engaging read that effectively explores themes of friendship and parental responsibility.

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Who Should Read Just What Kind of Mother Are You??

Readers who enjoy Just What Kind of Mother Are You? by Paula Daly likely appreciate domestic thrillers with suspenseful plots. Comparable to Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies or Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, this novel suits those intrigued by the complexities of family dynamics and psychological twists.

4.0

16,262 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lake District, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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