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Mystery & Thriller · TenseA great white shark terrorises a summer resort town
Jaws
See it on Amazon1974Easy readFast pace
What it is about
When a great white shark begins killing swimmers at the resort town of Amity Island, the police chief Martin Brody faces a mayor who wants the beaches open. Benchley’s 1974 novel is a taut thriller.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy mysteries and thrillers, with a tense mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Sea · Fear · Community
Screen adaptation
Jaws (1975)
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About the author
Peter Benchley1 book on Tori BooksSimilar books
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