53 pages 1 hour read

Jodi Picoult

Leaving Time

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Jodi Picoult's Leaving Time blends mystery and emotional depth, weaving a tale of a daughter's search for her missing mother. Reviewers praised Picoult's deep research and emotional storytelling, though some criticized the plot twists as implausible. Overall, it's a compelling read with strong character development, but its surprising turns may not appeal to all.

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Who Should Read Leaving Time?

Readers who enjoy Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult typically appreciate emotional, thought-provoking novels that combine mystery, psychological drama, and strong character development. Fans of The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold and Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty would find this book compelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

870L

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Mothers
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction