- Paperback: 480 pages
- Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd; Reprint edition (1 Aug 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340839287
- ISBN-13: 978-0340839287
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 14.8 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (99 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,456,549 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Genuinely suspenseful -- remarkably original." - Publishers Weekly "Secrets, slowly revealed, are what makes this novel compelling -- Right when the reader feels s/he has figured out all the mysteries and tied up the last loose string, Picoult leaves one final surprise for the last paragraph." -- BookPage "Gripping -- you'll be riveted by this multilayered tale of small-town intrigue." - Glamour "This is the book you will want to read this summer -- Salem Falls is one of those books you can't put down. On every page there is a twist, a revelation, a surprise, a pay-off, placing it firmly in the category of Page-Turner -- It has romance, heartbreak, mystery, spookiness, and even a good dose of moral dilemmas - everything a good novel needs." -- Ann Hood, Providence Journal 'Genuinely suspenseful ... remarkably original' -- Publishers' Weekly 'Picoult's characters are so compelling that the reader hopes this won't be the last time we meet' -- USA Today 'Gripping ... you'll be riveted by this multilayered tale of small-town intrigue.' -- GLAMOUR 'It is impossible not to be held spellbound by the way she forces us to think, hard, about right and wrong' -- Washington Post
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Several miles into his journey, Jack St. Bride decided to give up his former life. Read the first page
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Jack St Bride ends up in Salem Falls following eight months spent in prison for a rape (against a minor) that he didn't commit. He tries to keep his head down and keep out of trouble, but finds himself falling for Addie Peabody, the owner of the local diner. He also begins to get unwanted attention from a group of young girls, who all think of themselves as Wiccan.
As soon as news is out that Jack was accused of sexual assault and rape, the town's folk go out of their way to make him unwelcome. Then he gets accused of rape by the daughter of one of most influential men in town...the inevitable courtroom drama follows...
This was a really enjoyable book. The characters were well drawn, even if they weren't particularly likeable! The drama moves on at a good pace and there's a bit of a twist at the end.
As soon as news is out that Jack was accused of sexual assault and rape, the town's folk go out of their way to make him unwelcome. Then he gets accused of rape by the daughter of one of most influential men in town...the inevitable courtroom drama follows...
This was a really enjoyable book. The characters were well drawn, even if they weren't particularly likeable! The drama moves on at a good pace and there's a bit of a twist at the end.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've only recently discovered Jodi Picoult, and really enjoyed the first couple of books, but then realised that it was getting rather samey - easy to guess where the story was going and knowing what would happen in the inevitable court case.
This one started out, for me, in a way where I could just guess who was going to do what ... but suddenly I was completely gripped and couldn't put the book down.
I got a few of my guesses right, but I won't spoil things by saying what these were! Now I'm quite sad that I read the book so fast - it was definitely one of Picoult's best.
This one started out, for me, in a way where I could just guess who was going to do what ... but suddenly I was completely gripped and couldn't put the book down.
I got a few of my guesses right, but I won't spoil things by saying what these were! Now I'm quite sad that I read the book so fast - it was definitely one of Picoult's best.
34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Perception is reality in this chilling tale of how one man can be condemmed not once, but twice. Jacks tale of resettling himself after his life is turned upside down is told in a such a way that you feel like a spring is being tightened with every word. You are just waiting for things to go the wrong way, despite the fact that he is trying so hard to do the right thing and keep his nose clean. You can't help but fall for his character. Addie is the woman he loves, her strength and determination to make the right decision is overwhelming and keeps you turning the pages. The coven of silly girls playing at being wicca witches will infuriate you, remember the ribbon!! I will say no more...
This is a compelling read, buy it and be transported to a world where people see only what they believe, rather than believing what they see and know to be true.
This is a compelling read, buy it and be transported to a world where people see only what they believe, rather than believing what they see and know to be true.
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Worth reading
Despite reading the negative feedbacks, and very nearly being put off, I thought I would try the first chapter. Well I was hooked after the first page or two.
Published 2 months ago by Sutherland39
second hand book
Fantastic condition, cant believe someone else read it looks brand new, Jodi Picoult is a great author and I have now purchased four of her books this way and I love it.
Published 4 months ago by debbie
Heart warming.
A heart warming story of a man brought to ruination by "The System" in a chilling echo of "The Crucible". Read more
Published 7 months ago by Uncle Audrey
Salam Falls
I have read several of Jodi Picoult's books and really enjoyed them and been amazed at her insight at times. At best it is a rather dull love story. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Maz Rai
unputdownable
one word Brilliant,i read this book in a couple of days,and have been telling all my friends about it.it was gripping as at times i knew what was going to happen. Read more
Published 11 months ago by TinaR
Gripping Read
I've read three Jodi Picoult books so far and have to say that this is my favourite. I found the characters Addie, Jack, Jordan and Selina very likeable and you couldn't help but... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mrs. A. L. Maddocks
First 380 pages were excellent
When reading the first 50 pages, as a Jodi Picoult fan, you'd be surprised that she wrote it. You'll get into it after 50 pages as you'll know all the characters. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Grace
Not recommened
I had good expectations of this book after reading The Pact and Keeping Faith, Jody Picoult had become a 'go to' author when buying books. I couldn't even make it through the book. Read more
Published 20 months ago by C. Woods
Depth of character
This is the second book I have read by Jodi Picoult (My Sister's Keeper was the 1st). It was a completely different type of story to her first book i read. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Lxy Flippa
frustrating
Salem Falls, based on a man who has been accused of rape twice. You start to read it and you start too dought him, but then you fall in love with him. Read more
Published 21 months ago by amy b
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