4 reasons why Harlan Coben's books are so widely popular

Bristi Dey

Harlan Coben has reached remarkable heights of fame as an author. Many of his books, including Run Away and Tell No One, have been bestsellers. Adding to his global appeal, twelve of his novels have been adapted into Netflix shows, including Fool Me Once and Gone for Good.

Complex plots

We all love a touch of thrill in our stories but when it comes with twists in each turn, things become more interesting. With layered narratives and complex plots, Harlan keeps his reader hooked till the very end.

Real life relatability

The characters often tend to focus on personal issues and bring a touch of relatability. This helps the audience be more involved in the storyline and feel the story from within through emotional relatability.

Heavy cultural relevance

Rather than centering on a single culture, his work explores universal identities, family secrets, injustice, and redemption. Themes like the eternal bond between parent and child, trust, and love are woven in, giving the stories a truly global relevance.

Adaptations

Harlan’s books reached a massive audience with the rise of film and series adaptations, opening his work to readers and viewers across the globe.