What is Local Woman Missing about?

Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica is a domestic mystery-thriller about a series of disappearances in a suburban neighborhood. The novel follows the cases of Shelby Tebow, who goes missing first, followed by Meredith Dickey and her six-year-old daughter Delilah ten days later. Eleven years later, Delilah mysteriously reappears, triggering shocking revelations about what really happened to the missing women.

Mary Kubica is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for suspense novels including The Good Girl, Pretty Baby, and Local Woman Missing. A former high school history teacher, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and American Literature from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Her novels have been translated into over thirty languages and have sold over five million copies worldwide.

Who should read Local Woman Missing?

Local Woman Missing is perfect for readers who enjoy domestic thrillers, psychological suspense, and stories with multiple timelines. Fans of Mary Kubica's previous works and those who appreciate authors like Riley Sager will find this book compelling. The novel appeals to readers interested in suburban secrets, missing person cases, and twist-filled narratives that challenge assumptions about what really happened.

Is Local Woman Missing worth reading?

Local Woman Missing is worth reading for thriller enthusiasts seeking a suspenseful page-turner with unexpected revelations. The novel was an Indie Next pick in May 2021, a Goodreads Choice Awards nominee for Mystery & Thriller, and a finalist for an Audie Award. Critics praised Mary Kubica as "a helluva storyteller" with novels described as "hypnotic" and "thrilling", making this a well-regarded addition to the domestic thriller genre.

What happens in Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica?

Local Woman Missing follows three disappearances across eleven years. Shelby Tebow goes missing first, followed by neighbor Meredith Dickey and her daughter Delilah. The story reveals that Bea, driving drunk with Meredith, hit and killed Shelby, then framed Shelby's husband Jason. When Meredith tried to confess, Bea killed her and imprisoned young Delilah in her attic. Years later, a brainwashed girl posing as Delilah escapes captivity while the real Delilah remains hidden.

Who are the main characters in Local Woman Missing?

The main characters in Local Woman Missing include Shelby Tebow, the first missing woman, and Meredith Dickey, who disappears with her six-year-old daughter Delilah. Other key characters are Josh (Meredith's husband), Leo (their son), and neighbors Kate and Bea who help investigate the disappearances. Jason, Shelby's husband, becomes the primary suspect in her murder, while Dr. Feingold, Shelby's obstetrician, faces a malpractice lawsuit.

What is the twist in Local Woman Missing?

The major twist in Local Woman Missing reveals that the girl who returns claiming to be Delilah is actually Carly Byrd, another abducted child brainwashed by copycat criminals Eddie and Martha Cutter. The real Delilah was locked in Bea's attic for eleven years after witnessing Bea kill her mother Meredith. Additionally, Bea—not Jason—was responsible for Shelby's death after hitting her while driving drunk, then framing an innocent man.

Does Local Woman Missing have multiple timelines?

Local Woman Missing jumps back and forth between multiple timelines throughout the narrative. The story alternates between events happening eleven years in the past when the disappearances occurred and present day when "Delilah" reappears. This structure gradually reveals what happened to each missing person through flashbacks, building suspense as readers piece together connections between past and present events.

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Local Woman Missing

Mary Kubica

Thriller Mystery Suspense Fiction

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When multiple women vanish in a Chicago suburb, secrets unravel across timelines. This Audie Award-winning thriller captivates through reverse chronology and haunting perspectives. Five million readers worldwide can't be wrong - what terrifying truth awaits when one victim mysteriously returns after eleven years?

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In a quiet suburb where perfectly manicured lawns hide perfectly crafted lies, a community is shattered when two families are devastated by inexplicable disappearances. First, new mother Shelby Tebow vanishes during an evening jog, leaving behind her infant daughter Grace. Just ten days later, Meredith Dickey and her six-year-old daughter Delilah disappear without warning, abandoning Meredith's husband Josh and young son Leo. The timing couldn't be worse-unprecedented storms have turned streets into rivers, complicating search efforts and stretching emergency services thin. When Shelby's body is discovered in a debris-filled drainage area, fear grips the neighborhood. What began as missing persons cases transforms into something far more sinister, leaving an indelible mark on a once-idyllic community where neighbors now view each other with lingering suspicion. What truly happens when someone vanishes without a trace? And what if the person who returns isn't who they claim to be?

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