Overall Rating and Opinion of "Gone Girl"

mixedchocolite · Post by **mixedchocolite** » 09 Dec 2014, 08:23

My overall opinion I really liked the book. Not many books that are a movie keep my attention because I end up stop reading the book and watch the motion picture instead. But this time I did both read the book and then seen the movie. The only thing I didn't like was the ending.

Dando · Post by **Dando** » 11 Dec 2014, 01:28

With all the film hype, I really want to read this book! I am so tempted to read this thread, but I don't want to see any spoilers. From my little glimpses I am seeing a lot of positive opinions, so I definitely must get my hands on a copy!

zoedecicco · Post by **zoedecicco** » 11 Dec 2014, 09:35

I really liked this book! Glad I read it before seeing the movie too.

Himmelslicht · Post by **Himmelslicht** » 11 Dec 2014, 10:20

I loved this book. I liked the ending because in a parallel universe it would all make sense. Things don't always have a happy ending and if you end up with that kind of situation, well, it's pretty realistic.
There are people like that out there.

I hope this didn't sound like much of a spoiler.

TLGabelman · Post by **TLGabelman** » 11 Dec 2014, 14:45

Gone Girl
3/4 stars
I just gave my copy of this book to my Sister. Clearly I would recommend this one to another person.

My personal favorite genre is a good Psychological Thriller and Flynn does not disappoint! I didn't like Nick. He felt a bit cliche as a straying husband, and I would have appreciated more depth to his character, or perhaps next to his wife he just seemed to ordinary. I have not seen the movie and not sure I want to. I find the movies leave too much of the pertinent details out to be able to fit a specific time span.

Kate_CM_Mervine · Post by **Kate_CM_Mervine** » 11 Dec 2014, 14:49

It was engrossing and thought provoking and inspired me to buy the other two books written. I love that it surprised me...that was unexpected, as it generally takes a lot to do that.
I am currently reading Sharp Objects, and it has the same catchy rhythm. Gillian Flynn's personality really jumps off the page with each word. I absolutely love the writing.

zoedecicco · Post by **zoedecicco** » 12 Dec 2014, 03:01

I finally got to see the movie last night. I think it was pretty well done really.

TLGabelman · Post by **TLGabelman** » 12 Dec 2014, 08:38

Kate, I loved Sharp Objects even more than Gone Girl. Hope you do too!

raindropwriter · Post by **raindropwriter** » 13 Dec 2014, 14:33

A movie adaption of this book is in theatre currently and made me pick this book. I have just started reading and already hate Nick for supposedly killing his wife. Though I feel this story isnt so obvious and there's more to it then what is written in the initial pages.

jenniffermccoy · Post by **jenniffermccoy** » 17 Dec 2014, 00:40

I was told to read the book before seeing the movie. 99% of the time I enjoy the book more than the film. I still haven't spent time in the theater watching Gone Girl, however I really enjoyed my time spent with the book. Ms. Flynn's style and perspective shift throughout the book kept me constantly wanting more information and engaged in the story. I thought I had the story figured out at the beginning and was partially correct. Usually this disappoints me and I find a novel less engaging, however Gone Girl kept my rapt attention. The intensity of description of the mental manipulation of the characters was fascinating. I became emotionally invested in both characters and found myself changing "sides" in the story often. It became a fast read for me only because I could not put it down. Jillian Flynn did an excellent job developing characters and manipulating changing perspective to draw me in and keep my attention. Great Read!

Himmelslicht · Post by **Himmelslicht** » 17 Dec 2014, 03:03

tlgabelman wrote:Kate, I loved Sharp Objects even more than Gone Girl. Hope you do too!

Sharp Objects is VERY well done. But I have to admit that Gone Girl is the peak in terms of quality and detail of her works so far. But damn, that book is very messed up. In a good way. I'll have to read it again some time

TLGabelman · Post by **TLGabelman** » 17 Dec 2014, 05:23

I must prefer the mother daughter dynamics! And the thought of 'Sharp Objects' as a movie sounds better tome. They are both on my favorites list!

stoppoppingtheP · Post by **stoppoppingtheP** » 17 Dec 2014, 13:12

kbenson2 wrote:I really enjoyed this book. It was very well written an I enjoyed the multi-layered story. I loved how the author manipulates the reader throughout the book. I can usually see what it coming in terms of the plot, often they seem very predictable. But this book was NOT like that. I kept thinking that I knew what was coming and then there would be a shift in the story and going in a completely direction. I really enjoyed how the beginning of the story you were sympathizing with Amy and by the end you were sympathizing with Nick. Basically, it was a wonderful book that I would highly recommend.

Yes, I agree that the author manipulates the reader. When a reader reads a book, they automatically believe the narrative that is being told, because that is what you are supposed to do when you read a book. But what if the story itself is a lie - this makes you doubt everything.

hpsecrets99 · Post by **hpsecrets99** » 17 Dec 2014, 15:35

I found this to be a really trippy book. I don't know how much I "liked" it, but it was definitely an enjoyable read.

Cecile01 · Post by **Cecile01** » 17 Dec 2014, 15:55

I found the plot to be daring in its approach; not many books are honest about marriage and the patriachy, sacrifices and pain as well as the good parts, that occur. I found the ending a little diaappointing as I wanted a "healthy" finish. The ending was however, very true to the characters, who I found amazingly intricate and well written, even though at times I hated them both so much!