Why people recommend it
Tangerine by Christine Mangan is a psychological suspense thriller set against the sweltering, claustrophobic backdrop of 1950s Morocco, following two estranged college roommates whose reunion turns perilous. On an episode of The Book Review titled What to Read About North Korea, broadcast on July 18, 2024, Alexandra Alter discussed forthcoming literary releases that had captured her attention. Alter expressed great enthusiasm for the novel, identifying it as a notable debut work that she was eagerly anticipating. The discussion highlighted the book's atmospheric setting and tense narrative plotting, which draw comparisons to classic suspense fiction while exploring complex female friendships marked by obsession and betrayal. By spotlighting this debut psychological thriller, Alter provided listeners with an exciting recommendation for contemporary fiction that delivers immersive escapism, unpredictable plot twists, and a vividly rendered historical setting full of intrigue and mounting dread.
Who recommended it
- Alexandra Alter Recommended
Alexandra Alter — 1 mention
“another debut that I'm very excited about is Tangerine by Christine manangan”