You Series By Caroline Kepnes 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Simon & Schuster

Caroline Kepnes' You book series has become a cultural phenomenon, captivating readers with its thrilling and twisted storyline. The series is comprised of four books: YOU, Hidden Bodies, Providence, and You Love Me. The books follow the life of Joe Goldberg, a charming and intelligent man who is also a stalker and murderer. The first book in the series, YOU, introduces readers to Joe Goldberg, a bookstore manager who becomes infatuated with a young woman named Guinevere Beck. Through his narration, readers gain insight into Joe's twisted thought process as he stalks and manipulates Beck into falling in love with him. As their relationship develops, Joe's actions become increasingly violent and unpredictable. In Hidden Bodies, the second book in the series, Joe flees to Los Angeles after the events of the first book. There, he becomes embroiled in a new obsession with a woman named Love Quinn. As Joe becomes more entangled in Love's life, he realises that his past is catching up with him and he must make a drastic decision to protect himself. Providence, the third book in the series, takes a departure from Joe's story and instead focuses on a new character named Jon. Jon is a young man who discovers that he has supernatural powers after a near-death experience. However, he quickly realises that his powers come at a price and he must navigate a dangerous world filled with dangerous people. The fourth and most recent addition to the series, You Love Me, follows Joe as he moves to a small island community and attempts to start a new life. However, his obsession with a local librarian named Mary Kay takes a dangerous turn as he becomes embroiled in the town's dark secrets. Kepnes' writing has been praised for its ability to create a complex and multi-dimensional character like Joe Goldberg. Despite his reprehensible actions, Joe's narration creates a sense of empathy for him, making readers feel almost complicit in his crimes. Kepnes' prose is also filled with dark humour and witty observations that keep the reader engaged throughout the series. In addition to the books, the You book series has also been adapted into a successful Netflix series starring Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg. The series has garnered critical acclaim for its faithful adaptation of the source material and its ability to create a tense and suspenseful atmosphere. Fans of the You series have praised Kepnes for her ability to create a thrilling and unpredictable storyline that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The series is not for the faint of heart, with its graphic violence and disturbing subject matter, but for those willing to delve into the dark world of Joe Goldberg, it is a captivating and unforgettable journey. Overall, the You book series by Caroline Kepnes is a masterful example of the psychological thriller genre. Its complex characters, dark humour, and gripping plot make it a must-read for fans of the genre, and its success in both book and television form... ...