GONE GIRL

About the Book

Gone Girl is a contemporary thriller novel by Gillian Flynn, first published in June 2012. The story revolves around the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne and the uncertainty surrounding her husband, Nick Dunne. As suspicions grow, the central question remains—did Nick kill his wife? This suspense drives the novel and keeps readers on edge. The book received widespread acclaim across the United States and other English-speaking countries.

The novel explores the troubled marriage of Nick and Amy Dunne. Nick, once a journalist, loses his job and struggles financially. In an attempt to rebuild, he moves from New York City to his hometown, North Carthage, Missouri. Using Amy’s money, he opens a bar with his twin sister, Margo, providing a stable income. However, their marriage begins to deteriorate, and Amy resents their new life.

On the morning of their fifth wedding anniversary, Amy suddenly disappears. As the investigation unfolds, suspicion falls on Nick—his financial struggles, use of Amy’s money, and their failing marriage all make him a prime suspect. As the police dig deeper, conflicting narratives emerge from both Nick and Amy, keeping the suspense alive until the truth is finally revealed.

Key Features

• Gone Girl made it onto The New York Times Best Seller list.
• The novel is widely praised for its gripping suspense, unexpected plot twists, and use of unreliable narration.
• A paperback edition was released on November 8, 2012.