Let’s set up this novel: A shut in. Agoraphobic, experiencing life through the panes of her window, keystrokes on her laptop, and the swipes of her phone. She’s going through a rough time, remembering happier days, and maybe (definitely) drinking too much, especially since she’s medicated. One day she spies something from her window that rocks her cloistered world and makes her question herself over and over. She’s determined to figure out what is real, but she’s got to get the answer right before the truth catches up with her and its too late! I don’t want to say any more and accidentally spoil your enjoyment of this dark and twisty tale, but be prepared; once you get going with this book, you won’t be able to put it down!
This thrilling, page turning story is infused with a noir mood using references to Hitchcock and some of the best film noir that Hollywood ever put out; not to mention other classic films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Airplane, Casablanca, and Rosemary’s Baby. After you read this book, don’t be surprised to find yourself wanting to bone up on some top Hollywood noir. (For a complete list of all movies mentioned in the novel, you can thank Billy Parrott of the NYPL for compiling this list: https://www.nypl.org/blog/2017/10/13/woman-window-watch )
The Woman in the Window by A. J. Finn is a fast moving thriller with a deliciously satisfying plot twist that I didn’t see coming! This book will keep you flipping pages to find out what’s what; and even when you think you’ve got it figured out, just wait because it’s not over yet! I often hear people say they are looking for the next “Girl on the Train” or the next “Gone Girl”… look no further because this is it!