La Desaparición De Adèle Bedeau by Graeme Macrae Burnet

The book is a psychological thriller set in a small French town, where the disappearance of a young waitress named Adèle Bedeau disrupts the mundane life of Manfred Baumann, a reclusive and socially awkward banker. As the investigation unfolds, Manfred becomes increasingly entangled in the mystery, revealing his own secrets and insecurities. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, obsession, and the facades people maintain, creating a tense atmosphere as the truth about Adèle's disappearance slowly comes to light.