42 pages • 1 hour read
Jane HarperExiles
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Exiles by Jane Harper follows detective Aaron Falk’s unofficial investigation into the disappearance of Kim Gillespie, who vanished during a food and wine festival in Marralee, Southern Australia. A year later, Falk is drawn into the case while visiting for a friend's son's christening. As he uncovers truths about Kim’s missing status and an unsolved hit-and-run, Falk reveals hidden depths of betrayal and deceit. The book includes themes of domestic abuse, suicide, and murder.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Jane Harper’s Exiles captivates with its intricate plotting and vivid depiction of an Australian community, yet it is occasionally weighed down by a slow pacing. The novel’s strengths lie in character development and atmosphere, though some readers may find the resolution less impactful compared to Harper's previous works. Overall, it is a compelling addition to her repertoire.
Who Should Read Exiles?
Readers who relish atmospheric crime thrillers will enjoy Jane Harper's Exiles. Those captivated by the intricate plotting and rich characterizations in Tana French's The Dublin Murder Squad series or the nuanced narrative style of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl will find Harper's work equally compelling. Ideal for fans of detailed mysteries set in evocative locales.