Just One Look

by Harlan Coben
Just One Look cover
Good Books rating 4.0
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 5994
  • Added: 2025-10-29
  • Updated: 2025-10-31
  • ISBN: 9781409121732
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2009-12-23
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

When Grace Lawson discovers an unfamiliar photograph among her family pictures, her life takes a dramatic turn. The image features a man who looks eerily like her husband, Jack, but from a time when they couldn't have known each other. As Grace confronts Jack about the photo, he vanishes, leaving her to unravel a web of deceit and danger. To protect her family, Grace must delve into her own traumatic past and face the dark secrets that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear. This gripping thriller from the creator of the hit Netflix drama Fool Me Once keeps readers on the edge of their seats, blending suspense and emotional depth in a race against time.

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Hazel Mchaffie · Hazel Mchaffie · 2024-04-11
beautiful 4.00

The book offers solace through its beautifully crafted fiction, even when the subject matter is dark. It is a compelling and thought-provoking read.

Hazel Mchaffie found 'Just One Look' to be a beautifully crafted piece of fiction that offers solace despite its dark subject matter. The story is compelling and thought-provoking, drawing the reader in with its intricate plot and well-developed characters. Mchaffie appreciates the way Coben handles complex themes and emotions, making the book a deeply satisfying read. The narrative's ability to evoke a range of emotions and keep the reader engaged is one of its standout features.

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    It's possible to find solace in a beautifully crafted piece of fiction.

    The subject matter is not exactly sweetness and light.

    The story is compelling and thought-provoking.

Milam's Musings · Brett Milam · 2024-02-23
entertaining 4.50

The book is entertaining with compelling characters, particularly Grace, who is persistent and admirable. The story is engaging and keeps the reader hooked.

Brett Milam found Harlan Coben's 'Just One Look' to be a highly entertaining read. The characters, especially Grace, are well-developed and compelling, driving the story forward with their persistence and depth. The narrative is engaging and keeps the reader hooked until the very end. Milam appreciates the way Coben weaves suspense and humor into the plot, making it a thrilling read. The book's ability to keep the reader guessing is one of its strongest points, making it a standout in the thriller genre.

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    Coben was entertaining, with compelling characters.

    Grace was an admirably persistent character.

    The story is engaging and keeps the reader hooked.

Anime Hunter Mage · Anime Hunter Mage · 2018-08-24
good 3.50

The book is pretty good with well-written characters and an enticing mystery. The ending is particularly powerful and satisfying.

Anime Hunter Mage found 'Just One Look' to be a pretty good read overall. The characters are well-written, making them relatable and engaging. The mystery at the heart of the story is enticing and keeps the reader interested. The ending is particularly powerful, providing a satisfying conclusion to the narrative. The reviewer appreciates the way Coben builds tension and suspense throughout the book, making it a compelling read.

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    The characters were well written.

    The overall mystery was pretty enticing.

    The ending was very powerful.

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