Disappearing Earth
Julia Phillips
It's always a little nerve-wracking to read a book that's gotten overwhelmingly positive critical acclaim—most readers have been let down by glowing reviews before. Disappearing Earth deserves the hype. The first chapter did nothing to ease my anxiety; the language was evocative and beautiful (a constant throughout) but the plot had undertones of Gone Girl. Fortunately, the airport thriller vibes
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