The Breakdown
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Breakdown, schoolteacher Cassandra "Cass" Anderson becomes enmeshed in the mystery of Jane Walters' murder after driving past her stranded car the night she was killed. Cass is tormented by guilt and fears she may have early-onset dementia due to her increasing forgetfulness. As Cass uncovers the truth, she faces betrayal and manipulation by those she trusts, ultimately leading to a shocking revelation about the people closest to her.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
B.A. Paris's The Breakdown receives mixed reviews. Readers praise its gripping psychological tension and unpredictable twists, enhancing its thriller appeal. However, criticism arises over its repetitive themes and one-dimensional characters, which some find detract from the story's overall impact. Fans of Paris will appreciate its familiar suspenseful style.
Who Should Read The Breakdown?
Fans of psychological thrillers who enjoyed Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will relish The Breakdown by B.A. Paris. This novel suits readers who appreciate suspenseful, twist-filled narratives that explore themes of memory, guilt, and psychological tension.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
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