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Dead Man's Island

Carolyn G. Hart
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Dead Man's Island

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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Carolyn G. Hart

Dead Man's Island

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 1990s

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Dead Man's Island by Carolyn G. Hart, an investigative journalist, recently diagnosed with a critical illness, is invited to a secluded island by a wealthy businessman. As guests converge on the island, secrets unravel, placing the journalist at the center of a mysterious and dangerous chain of events.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.0

2,224 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dead Man's Island by Carolyn G. Hart offers a captivating mystery brimming with intrigue and suspense. Readers appreciate its strong character development and immersive setting. However, some find the plot progression somewhat predictable. Despite this, the book remains engaging, showcasing Hart's storytelling prowess and knack for creating atmospheric tales.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dead Man's Island?

Readers who enjoy Dead Man's Island by Carolyn G. Hart are likely fans of cozy mysteries featuring amateur sleuths. Similar in tone to Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None, this novel appeals to those who appreciate suspenseful, character-driven plots set in secluded locales. Ideal for mystery lovers seeking light, engaging whodunits.

4.0

2,224 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 1990s

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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