The Maidens: A Novel

The Maidens: A Novel

von Alex Michaelides

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Beschreibung

**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**

"Alex Michaelides’s long-awaited next novel, 'The Maidens,' is finally here...the premise is enticing and the elements irresistible."
―The New York Times

"A deliciously dark, elegant, utterly compulsive read―with a twist that blew my mind. I loved this even more than I loved The Silent Patient and that's saying something!"
―Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Patient comes a spellbinding tale of psychological suspense, weaving together Greek mythology, murder, and obsession, that further cements “Michaelides as a major player in the field” (Publishers Weekly).

Edward Fosca is a murderer. Of this Mariana is certain. But Fosca is untouchable. A handsome and charismatic Greek tragedy professor at Cambridge University, Fosca is adored by staff and students alike―particularly by the members of a secret society of female students known as The Maidens.

Mariana Andros is a brilliant but troubled group therapist who becomes fixated on The Maidens when one member, a friend of Mariana’s niece Zoe, is found murdered in Cambridge.

Mariana, who was once herself a student at the university, quickly suspects that behind the idyllic beauty of the spires and turrets, and beneath the ancient traditions, lies something sinister. And she becomes convinced that, despite his alibi, Edward Fosca is guilty of the murder. But why would the professor target one of his students? And why does he keep returning to the rites of Persephone, the maiden, and her journey to the underworld?

When another body is found, Mariana’s obsession with proving Fosca’s guilt spirals out of control, threatening to destroy her credibility as well as her closest relationships. But Mariana is determined to stop this killer, even if it costs her everything―including her own life.

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Hardcover

Seitenzahl

352

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Beiträge

17

1

Disclaimer: I am at a point in my life where I WILL consume every piece of dark academia media and this (sadly) has to be one of the worst ones (so far). I didn’t like the silent patient that much and this has to be even worse. Maybe Michaelides’ books just aren’t for me. While I - once again- enjoyed the initial premise, the plot twist, or rather parts of the plot twist became really apparent in the first third of the book so I was just curious about the remaining details. And those I didn’t like. There would have been roughly 20 better choices that could’ve been made concerning the motives of the culprit and yet the author chose the weirdest love triangle p*dophilia situation?? If there’s one thing I’m not asking for in my murder mystery dark academia book it’s THIS + grooming?? Also the whole Fred side plot felt so weird and unnatural? Like homeboy is obsessed with the most boring person in the book who doesn’t ever mirror his feelings or leads him on? There’s no background as to why he thinks so other than “he has a feeling they will marry at some point”??? And last but not least the inclusion of “the grove” and Theo is obviously a nod to “the silent patient” which I didn’t enjoy either. Feels kind of uncalled for and didn’t serve the plot either. I just hope michaelides continues using his writing skills but maybe starts adopting other peoples’ ideas plot wise. Also, PLEASE write a likeable woman for ONCE!! rant over and out

1

musste mich gerade noch einmal vergewissern, dass das nicht satire sein soll

4

Seit langem mal wieder ein richtig spannendes Buch! Ich fand the silent patient etwas besser, weil dieses hier manchmal schon so all over the place war hahahha. Außerdem hat’s der Autor echt auf schöne junge Frauen abgesehen (schon male gaze oft). Fand auch die Darstellung von Psyche und Therapie in the Silent Patient besser. Hier wird fast schon zu viel Empathie für Mörder gezeigt

3

3,5 ⭐️ Loved Part 1-5 but part 6 was kinda rushed and the end left me with questions greek mythology played a huge part which i loved

2

*spoilers* The pacing was so darn slow. I was thrown information for no apparent reason. The whole concept of the main character was BS, if she couldn't see what her own husband was at fault, let alone her niece. She was feeling feelings? I MEAN HOW? I was so disappointed. :\

4

Was this a great literary feat? No. But I am and will remain a sucker for anything and everything dark academia. Thank you for your attention.

5

I loved this book even more than the silent patient and it really made me slam the book agains my head while reading it at the beach bc of how unexpected the ending was,amazing book

4

Ughhh I thought I had learned my lesson with the first book so I was reading this one super thoroughly but I didn’t have enough evidence to guess the twist! With that said, there were some plot points that repeated The Silent Patient, even a line I noticed said by the supervisor to Mariana: “where’s your difficulty?” It was cool that Theo and Mariana met, confirming the “universe” of the books. I’m excited to read his next work!

3

2,5: I had fun reading it, but there were a few questionable narrative choices. The whole narrative hinges on the mc believing something that the reader cannot possibly think is true, which may be the point, but also makes for a rather frustrating reading experience in parts. The writing style is a bit cheesy, like it's trying too hard to be profound and mysterious. Overall, however, the book is engaging and worth a read, I'd say.

3

Basically read the whole book during a 3h train ride, which shows how fast and easy it's to read! I did expect more dark academia vibes from this and less murder mystery, but that's probably on me for not checking the authors previous work

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Beschreibung

**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**

"Alex Michaelides’s long-awaited next novel, 'The Maidens,' is finally here...the premise is enticing and the elements irresistible."
―The New York Times

"A deliciously dark, elegant, utterly compulsive read―with a twist that blew my mind. I loved this even more than I loved The Silent Patient and that's saying something!"
―Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Patient comes a spellbinding tale of psychological suspense, weaving together Greek mythology, murder, and obsession, that further cements “Michaelides as a major player in the field” (Publishers Weekly).

Edward Fosca is a murderer. Of this Mariana is certain. But Fosca is untouchable. A handsome and charismatic Greek tragedy professor at Cambridge University, Fosca is adored by staff and students alike―particularly by the members of a secret society of female students known as The Maidens.

Mariana Andros is a brilliant but troubled group therapist who becomes fixated on The Maidens when one member, a friend of Mariana’s niece Zoe, is found murdered in Cambridge.

Mariana, who was once herself a student at the university, quickly suspects that behind the idyllic beauty of the spires and turrets, and beneath the ancient traditions, lies something sinister. And she becomes convinced that, despite his alibi, Edward Fosca is guilty of the murder. But why would the professor target one of his students? And why does he keep returning to the rites of Persephone, the maiden, and her journey to the underworld?

When another body is found, Mariana’s obsession with proving Fosca’s guilt spirals out of control, threatening to destroy her credibility as well as her closest relationships. But Mariana is determined to stop this killer, even if it costs her everything―including her own life.

Haupt-Genre

N/A

Sub-Genre

N/A

Format

Hardcover

Seitenzahl

352

Preis

N/A

Beiträge

17

1

Disclaimer: I am at a point in my life where I WILL consume every piece of dark academia media and this (sadly) has to be one of the worst ones (so far). I didn’t like the silent patient that much and this has to be even worse. Maybe Michaelides’ books just aren’t for me. While I - once again- enjoyed the initial premise, the plot twist, or rather parts of the plot twist became really apparent in the first third of the book so I was just curious about the remaining details. And those I didn’t like. There would have been roughly 20 better choices that could’ve been made concerning the motives of the culprit and yet the author chose the weirdest love triangle p*dophilia situation?? If there’s one thing I’m not asking for in my murder mystery dark academia book it’s THIS + grooming?? Also the whole Fred side plot felt so weird and unnatural? Like homeboy is obsessed with the most boring person in the book who doesn’t ever mirror his feelings or leads him on? There’s no background as to why he thinks so other than “he has a feeling they will marry at some point”??? And last but not least the inclusion of “the grove” and Theo is obviously a nod to “the silent patient” which I didn’t enjoy either. Feels kind of uncalled for and didn’t serve the plot either. I just hope michaelides continues using his writing skills but maybe starts adopting other peoples’ ideas plot wise. Also, PLEASE write a likeable woman for ONCE!! rant over and out

1

musste mich gerade noch einmal vergewissern, dass das nicht satire sein soll

4

Seit langem mal wieder ein richtig spannendes Buch! Ich fand the silent patient etwas besser, weil dieses hier manchmal schon so all over the place war hahahha. Außerdem hat’s der Autor echt auf schöne junge Frauen abgesehen (schon male gaze oft). Fand auch die Darstellung von Psyche und Therapie in the Silent Patient besser. Hier wird fast schon zu viel Empathie für Mörder gezeigt

3

3,5 ⭐️ Loved Part 1-5 but part 6 was kinda rushed and the end left me with questions greek mythology played a huge part which i loved

2

*spoilers* The pacing was so darn slow. I was thrown information for no apparent reason. The whole concept of the main character was BS, if she couldn't see what her own husband was at fault, let alone her niece. She was feeling feelings? I MEAN HOW? I was so disappointed. :\

4

Was this a great literary feat? No. But I am and will remain a sucker for anything and everything dark academia. Thank you for your attention.

5

I loved this book even more than the silent patient and it really made me slam the book agains my head while reading it at the beach bc of how unexpected the ending was,amazing book

4

Ughhh I thought I had learned my lesson with the first book so I was reading this one super thoroughly but I didn’t have enough evidence to guess the twist! With that said, there were some plot points that repeated The Silent Patient, even a line I noticed said by the supervisor to Mariana: “where’s your difficulty?” It was cool that Theo and Mariana met, confirming the “universe” of the books. I’m excited to read his next work!

3

2,5: I had fun reading it, but there were a few questionable narrative choices. The whole narrative hinges on the mc believing something that the reader cannot possibly think is true, which may be the point, but also makes for a rather frustrating reading experience in parts. The writing style is a bit cheesy, like it's trying too hard to be profound and mysterious. Overall, however, the book is engaging and worth a read, I'd say.

3

Basically read the whole book during a 3h train ride, which shows how fast and easy it's to read! I did expect more dark academia vibes from this and less murder mystery, but that's probably on me for not checking the authors previous work

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