57 pages • 1 hour read
Lisa JewellWatching You: A Novel
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A 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
Watching You by Lisa Jewell is a psychological thriller set in Bristol, England, and follows three main characters: Joey Mullen, Freddie Fitzwilliam, and Jenna Tripp, who are connected by their obsession with Tom Fitzwilliam, a charismatic head teacher. The story unravels as Detective Rose Pelham investigates the murder of Nicola Fitzwilliam, Tom's wife, revealing complex identities and deceptive facades. The novel includes domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, the sexual abuse of minors, bullying, and death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Watching You by Lisa Jewell is an engaging psychological thriller that captivates with its intricate plot and well-developed characters. Readers praise the unexpected twists and gripping narrative. However, some find the multiple perspectives occasionally confusing. Overall, it's a compelling read with enough suspense to keep you hooked.
Who Should Read Watching You?
Fans of psychological thrillers with intricate plots and rich character development will enjoy Watching You by Lisa Jewell. Readers who appreciate novels such as Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train will find themselves captivated by Jewell’s suspenseful storytelling and unexpected twists.