42 pages • 1 hour read
Andrea BartzWe Were Never Here
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A 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
In Andrea Bartz’s thriller, We Were Never Here, best friends Emily and Kristen navigate a traumatic event in Chile where Kristen kills a man in what she claims is self-defense, mirroring a similar incident the prior year in Cambodia. As Emily grapples with their actions and Kristen's increasing possessiveness, she uncovers disturbing truths, culminating in a deadly confrontation. Sensitive topics include sexual assault and trauma.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Andrea Bartz's We Were Never Here has garnered mixed reviews. Readers have praised its compelling psychological tension and strong character dynamics, particularly the portrayal of friendship's darker sides. However, some have critiqued the plot as being occasionally predictable and felt the pacing lagged in parts. Overall, it's intriguing but may not satisfy all thriller enthusiasts.
Who Should Read We Were Never Here?
Readers who relish psychological thrillers will be captivated by We Were Never Here by Andrea Bartz. It appeals to fans of Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train and Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, with its intricate plot and suspenseful twists. This novel is ideal for those who appreciate complex female friendships and dark, unpredictable narratives.