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Sign up todayThe Unwedding
Reese's Book Club Pick (A Novel)
Narrator
Christine Lakin
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Length
10 hours 57 minutes
Language
English
Bookseller recommendation
“The Unwedding by Ally Condie is a twisty thriller you won't want to stop reading. Like most thrillers, it's hard to say much about the plot without giving things away, so I won't. But they are stuck at a resort after a landslide with a body. The main POV is amazing, and I can relate to the character immensely. The narrator in this one is perfection. If you're looking for a summer thriller while taking a trip, this one's for you.”
— Anna • Katy Budget Books
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“What could be better than a locked room mystery where the room is a beautiful resort at Big Sur that is totally cut off from the outside because of a massive rainstorm, mudslide, and power outage? Lots of possible suspects all with something to hide means lots of red herrings and lots of twists. Outstanding character development, beautiful quotes to begin each day and a description of artwork throughout the resort all contributed to a murder mystery that was much more than the identity of the murderer. ”
— Nancy • Fiction Addiction
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“Ally Condie makes her adult fiction debut with a fantastic thriller! Ellery is celebrating her divorce by spending the dream weekend she planned for her 20th anniversary alone. Sometimes the best way to heal from old trauma is to get through another good bit of tragedy. I enjoyed the gripping story telling, Condi's desciptions of the beautiful Big Sur setting, and the emotional upheaval of the characters. A great read for a "dark and stormy night."”
— Yvonne • Author's Note
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“Vacationing alone on her wedding anniversary shortly after her divorce, Ellery finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. Lonely and mourning her own marriage on the night of a wedding at the resort, she heads for a swim, only to find the groom's body floating in the pool. Determined to discover the truth behind his death, she and some new acquaintances begin an unsanctioned investigation. As the mystery grows more layered and the situation, more dire, Ellery wonders if she will make it back home to her children. Can she trust anyone among all these strangers with whom she is stranded? And what is her best plan of action? Filled with tension, danger, and secrets, this is a wonderful page-turner. ”
— Nancy • Raven Book Store
REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICK
“Our June Reese’s Book Club pick is the perfect summer listen!!! The Unwedding by Ally Condie opens with a wedding at a gorgeous resort in Big Sur... but everything begins to fall apart when the main character Ellery discovers a dead body the morning of the ceremony.”
– Reese Witherspoon
The White Lotus meets Agatha Christie in this bold novel from a #1 New York Times bestselling author: a recent divorcee's exclusive Big Sur resort vacation unravels when she discovers a dead body on the day of a wedding, in this “clever, witty and fast-paced whodunit.” (Harlan Coben)
Ellery Wainwright is alone at the edge of the world.
She and her husband, Luke, were supposed to spend their twentieth wedding anniversary together at the luxurious Resort at Broken Point in Big Sur, California. Where better to celebrate a marriage, a family, and a life together than at one of the most stunning places on earth?
But now she’s traveling solo.
To add insult to injury, there’s a wedding at Broken Point scheduled during her stay. Ellery remembers how it felt to be on the cusp of everything new and wonderful, with a loved and certain future glimmering just ahead. Now, she isn’t certain of anything except for her love for her kids and her growing realization that this place, though beautiful, is unsettling.
When Ellery discovers the body of the groom floating in the pool in the rain, she realizes that she is not the only one whose future is no longer guaranteed. Before the police can reach Broken Point, a mudslide takes out the road to the resort, leaving the guests trapped. When another guest dies, it’s clear something horrible is brewing.
Everyone at Broken Point has a secret. And everyone has a shadow. Including Ellery.
Ally Condie is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Matched Trilogy, and of many other books (including the Edgar Award Finalist, Summerlost). A former English teacher, she enjoys hiking with her family in the mountains near their home in Utah.
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Audiobook details
Author:
Ally Condie
Narrator:
Christine Lakin
ISBN:
9781668641781
Length:
10 hours 57 minutes
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hachette Audio
Publication date:
June 4, 2024
Edition:
Unabridged
PDF extra:
Available
Libro.fm rank:
#337 Overall
Genre rank:
#17 in Mystery & Thriller
Reviews
“Ally Condie’s adult debut THE UNWEDDING is a clever, witty, and fast-paced whodunit. I read it in one sitting and can’t wait for the next.”—Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times bestselling author of "I Will Find You" “Dead bodies, brutal secrets and a fabulous view – The Unwedding is proof that Ally Condie knows exactly what we love and what we fear. Come take a wonderful rollercoaster of a trip, but don’t expect much sleep.”—Brad Meltzer, New York Times bestselling author of "The Lightning Rod" "A knife’s-edge whodunit that’s as much a thriller as it is an exquisite meditation on grief and loss."—Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of "Everything, Everything" “A classic mystery for a modern world – I couldn’t put it down!”—Ally Carter, New York Times bestselling author of "The Blonde Identity" "An idyllic setting turns deadly in Ally Condie’s smart and twisty debut adult thriller. With an isolated resort, a killer on the loose, and a cast of compelling characters, THE UNWEDDING kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. A clever and suspenseful mystery where everyone has something to hide."—Megan Miranda, New York Times bestselling author of "The Only Survivors" "Ally Condie's dazzling debut The Unwedding is a wild and mysterious suspense novel that will have you turning pages long into the night with the lights on! A lovely wedding is planned at a remote resort with a fresh, original and shady cast of characters. In the author's brilliant hands, the happy occasion can only lead to murder. Buckle up!"—Adriana Trigiani, bestselling author of "The Good Left Undone" “A gorgeous murder mystery that explores what it means to be human—the pain and the love.”—Kirkus, Starred Review “This is an engrossing story with an interesting take on grief and forgiveness, with pieces of art found at the resort adding a fun element. Edgar Award–winning YA author Condie’s adult debut is an unpredictable locked-room mystery for Agatha Christie fans and all readers looking for an intelligent read.”—Booklist "Christine Lakin captures Ellery Wainwright's unsteady state of mind so effectively that the tension in this mystery builds exponentially."—Audiofile Earphones Award Winner “Mesmerizing! Equal parts a clever whodunit and compelling character’s journey, The Unwedding will speak to anyone who’s been there, done that, and had the vacation from hell thrown on top of it all. This Big Sur luxury resort closed-room mystery will stay with you well past the final page.”—Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author Expand reviews
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