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by Paula Hawkins
4.32017386 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Paula Hawkins book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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- 1Into the Water by Paula Hawkins4.3
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- 7Want to Know a Secret by Freida McFadden4.2
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When a young man is found brutally murdered on a houseboat, three women connected to him become entangled in a web of secrets and lies
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Quick Comparison: Books Like A Slow Fire Burning
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Into the Water | Paula Hawkins | 4.3 | 2017 | 386 | Same author |
| The Girl on the Train | Paula Hawkins | 0 | 2015 | 336 | Same author |
| Sharp Objects | Gillian Flynn | 4.2 | 2018 | 393 | Similar vibes |
| Verity | Colleen Hoover | 0 | 2018 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | 4.2 | 2019 | 340 | Similar vibes |
| In the Woods | Tana French | 4.1 | 2019 | 560 | Similar vibes |
| Want to Know a Secret | Freida McFadden | 4.2 | 2026 | 288 | Similar vibes |
| The Locked Door | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2021 | — | Similar vibes |
| Never Lie | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2022 | — | Similar vibes |
| Do Not Disturb | Freida McFadden | 4.3 | 2021 | 325 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to A Slow Fire Burning?
The most similar books to A Slow Fire Burning are Into the Water, The Girl on the Train, Sharp Objects.
What should I read after A Slow Fire Burning?
After finishing A Slow Fire Burning, readers most commonly pick up Into the Water next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Paula Hawkins, such as Into the Water.
Who writes books like Paula Hawkins?
Authors similar to Paula Hawkins include Gillian Flynn, Tana French, Kate Atkinson.
What genre is A Slow Fire Burning?
A Slow Fire Burning is a Thriller novel by Paula Hawkins. It features elements of Unreliable Narrator, Multiple POV, Family Secrets.
How long is A Slow Fire Burning?
A Slow Fire Burning varies in length depending on edition.
Does A Slow Fire Burning have romance/spice?
A Slow Fire Burning has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About A Slow Fire Burning
When a young man is found brutally murdered on a houseboat, three women connected to him become entangled in a web of secrets and lies that spans generations. Hawkins weaves together the stories of Laura, Carla, and Miriam as each harbors dark secrets that could provide the motive for murder. The author of "The Girl on the Train" delivers another masterfully crafted psychological thriller that explores themes of trauma, family dysfunction, and the dangerous power of long-buried secrets. Ideal for readers who enjoy complex character studies, unreliable narrators, and mysteries that delve deep into human psychology.