The Butcher
The Butcher
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Butcher by Jennifer Hillier is a thriller that follows a retired police chief who once caught the notorious Beacon Hill Butcher. As his granddaughter, a true-crime writer, uncovers chilling secrets, the line between hunter and hunted blurs, revealing dark family connections and unsettling truths that threaten to unravel their lives.
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Butcher by Jennifer Hillier is praised for its gripping plot and strong characters, maintaining suspense with unexpected twists. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and certain plot developments implausible. Overall, it captivates with its psychological depth, appealing to fans of dark thrillers despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read The Butcher?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with dark, suspenseful plots and a touch of crime fiction would be drawn to Jennifer Hillier's The Butcher. Fans of works like Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will appreciate the intricate twists and complex characters found in this novel.
23,614 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Seattle, Washington • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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