Never Look Away

by Linwood Barclay
Never Look Away cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Crime, Mystery, Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 10265
  • Added: 2026-01-19
  • Updated: 2026-01-28
  • ISBN: 9780440296478
  • Publisher: Random House of Canada
  • Published: 2011-01-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

On a warm summer Saturday, David Harwood's family outing to an amusement park takes a terrifying turn when his four-year-old son disappears. As the frantic search unfolds, David finds himself drawn into a complex investigation filled with lies and deceit. This gripping thriller explores the lengths a parent will go to protect their family and the shocking truths that can emerge in the process. David's journey is not just about finding his son but also about uncovering a web of secrets that threaten to shatter his world.

Reviews
The Book Magnet · 2015-11-14
brilliant 4.50

The book is a gripping and intense page-turner with eye scrunching moments and gory scenes that keep the reader engaged.

The reviewer describes the book as a brilliant page-turner, with a gripping and intense storyline that twists and turns throughout. The inclusion of eye-scrunching moments and gory scenes ensures that each page is turned as fast as possible, maintaining a high level of suspense. The story's ability to keep the reader on the edge of their seat is particularly praised, making it a thrilling read from start to finish. The reviewer appreciates the way the author manages to balance these intense moments with a well-crafted narrative, resulting in a highly enjoyable and memorable reading experience.

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    There are some eye scrunching moments and gory scenes that ensure each page is turned as fast as possible

    It's fitting that the story starts

    Brilliant page-turner with a gripping and intense storyline

Read and Rated · 2014-08-19
enjoyable 4.00

The book is an enjoyable read with several subplots that add depth to the main story. It is highly recommended for its engaging narrative.

The reviewer found the book to be a very enjoyable read, highlighting the presence of several subplots that effectively complement the main story. They appreciated the emotional depth and the way the author weaves together different elements of the plot. The reviewer highly recommends this book for its engaging narrative and the way it keeps the reader invested throughout. The book's ability to balance multiple storylines is particularly praised, making it a standout read.

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    All in all a very enjoyable read with several subplots alongside the main story

    Highly recommended

    Book Review, Crime, Emotional, Feature

Stephanie's Book Reviews · Stephanie · 2013-07-06
enjoyable 4.00

The characters are smart and empathetic, and the story is well-paced with enough twists to keep the reader guessing.

Stephanie highlights the strength of the characters in the book, noting that they are smart and empathetic, which adds depth to the story. The pacing is well-balanced, ensuring that the reader remains engaged throughout. The reviewer particularly appreciates the twists and turns in the plot, which keep the reader guessing without feeling overly contrived. The overall experience is one of enjoyment and satisfaction, with the book managing to deliver a compelling narrative that stays with the reader long after the last page.

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    He writes smart, empathetic characters

    The story was well paced and contained enough twists to keep me guessing

    Without ever going over the top

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