Inspired Read: The Girl on the Train

If you’ve heard one thing about The Girl on the Train, you’ve probably heard that it’s the new Gone Girl.And yes, much like its comparison, it is an intense, psychological thriller where no one can be trusted. But it can also stand on its own as a great page turner!

“Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning and evening, rattling over the same junctions, flashing past the same townhouses.The train stops at the same signal every day, and she sees the same couple, breakfasting on their roof terrace. Jason and Jess, as she calls them, seem so happy. Then one day Rachel sees someone new in their garden. Soon after, Rachel sees the woman she calls Jess on the news. Jess has disappeared.” – Indigo Reads

What makes this an inspired read for me is that idea of passing by the same people every day, neighbours for instance, seeing them but not ever knowing what really goes on in their lives. We can be experiencing the day to day in such close proximity without ever being affected by one another. I thought that idea alone made a great premise for a dramatic novel. And what made this even more enjoyable was not knowing which of the three female voices (chapters fluctuated between different characters at different times) was telling the truth or giving accurate descriptions of events. They all had moments of weakness, betrayal, obsession…which made it that much more suspenseful. Part way through the story I had a pretty good idea of who “the killer” was but that didn’t stop me from loving the twists and turns. I easily finished it in two sittings. 

So if you need a fast-paced, easy to “pick up and not put down” kind of book, this is a great option. A perfect companion on a beach or a plane ride! Though not incredibly original or even the most realistic, it is absolutely suspenseful and a lot of sinister fun! (and will probably end up being a blockbuster hit starring some B-lister in the near future haha)

Happy reading!