You by Caroline Kepnes
You by Caroline Kepnes
*Shudders* *Takes a deep breath* *Shudders again* After reading this book, you’ll wish there was a way to clean your brain, not to forget what you read, but rather, you’re entire body feels dirty. Because this book, ladies and gentleman, takes you inside the head of a stalker and you start to almost cheer for him! Not ok, but such a brilliant idea from Caroline Kepnes. Prepare yourselves before you read this one, but definitely a must read.
The premise of this book promises that you will be thrown into the crazy mind of the narrator that is stalking the girl he "loves". But what you don't think will happen is that you almost agree with some of what the narrator says and hope that he does find happiness, hoping that this might actually help him in some way.
Also, I liked the way this book ended. It made sense with the storyline and his completely messed up mind. However, when I found out there will be a sequel and read the first two chapters, I have to say I'm a little disappointed. I'd prefer if more of the characters from this first book were also in the second book (won't give any spoilers), rather than how it seems like it will turn out. But we will see what I think once I read that one as well.
Synopsis: When a beautiful, aspiring writer comes into the bookstore where Joe Goldberg works, he does what anyone would do: google the name on her credit card. There is only one Guinevere Beck in NYC. From her social media accounts he finds out all he needs to know, including where she'll be tonight to give him the opportunity for a "chance" encounter. Joe makes sure Beck finds herself in his arms. From stalker to boyfriend, Joe will be Beck's perfect man, all while removing obstacles in their way, even if this means murder.