Gone Girl begins on the day of the fifth anniversary on Amy and Nick’s marriage. On the same day Amy disappears and as is usually the case her husband is the main suspect. The story shows the perspectives of both Amy and Nick and their take on the courtship and marriage.
It is part mystery, a whodunit and part a character study. The character study focuses on Amy and Nicks perception of their relationship in what seems like a description of many married couples who find themselves disillusioned with marriage and their partners, especially when they figure out that their partner might not be who they thought they were.
The mystery part on the other hand sets the framework and the outlet for this study. This part is a bit weaker as the mystery itself starts to become more and more outrageous and improbable, however it is still a very interesting and gripping story, which entertains the reader throughout. I have to admit that even with the book’s few flaws I could not put it down.
Overall, it is a good mystery, a gripping read and a fantastic character study, which might actually resonate with some people in long-term relationships.
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