The Passenger
The Passenger
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Novel • Fiction
Various, USA • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Passenger by Lisa Lutz follows a woman's journey as she navigates a perilous escape from her past. Assuming multiple identities to evade dangerous pursuers, she carries the weight of her mysterious history, revealing complexities about trust and survival. This suspenseful novel explores themes of identity, deception, and resilience.
Reviews & Readership
52,616 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Passenger by Lisa Lutz captivates with its fast-paced narrative and skillful twists. Readers praise the complex, evolving protagonist and the engaging, suspenseful plot. However, some critics find the character development uneven and certain plot points implausible. Overall, it’s a compelling thriller that keeps readers hooked despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read The Passenger?
Readers who enjoy gripping thrillers with strong, complex female protagonists will relish The Passenger by Lisa Lutz. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will find Lutz's narrative equally compelling, with its twists, suspense, and exploration of identity and reinvention.
52,616 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Passenger by Lisa Lutz marks a departure from her previously well-known comic detective series, the Spellman Files, showcasing her versatility as an author by diving into the thriller genre.
The book explores themes of identity and reinvention, which mirrors Lutz's own experience of changing creative directions in her writing career.
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The Passenger received praise for its captivating and fast-paced narrative style, earning spots on several bestseller lists soon after its release.
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Novel • Fiction
Various, USA • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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