58 pages • 1 hour read
Ruth WareThe Woman in Cabin 10
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016A 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 The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, travel journalist Lo investigates a suspicious incident aboard the luxury cruise ship Aurora Borealis after hearing a scream and seeing a blood smear. Despite no record of the suspected cabin's occupant, she doggedly pursues the truth, facing dangerous opposition from passengers and crew. The intense investigation leads to harrowing discoveries and profound personal impact. The book includes themes of post-traumatic stress and domestic violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10 delivers a suspenseful and gripping mystery set on a luxury cruise. Positive reviews highlight its tense atmosphere and unpredictable twists. However, some readers find the protagonist's decisions frustrating and the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s praised for its engaging plot but critiqued for some character and structural issues.
Who Should Read The Woman in Cabin 10 ?
Fans of Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10 are typically drawn to psychological thrillers with tightly-woven plots and unreliable narrators. If you enjoy the tension and intrigue found in Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, this book will keep you gripped with its suspenseful twists and claustrophobic setting.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
880L