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The nine worst mothers in literature – according to our experts

For Mother’s Day, we asked nine of our academic experts to tell us who they think is the worst mother in literature. From serious villains to children’s book baddies, these mothers subvert every maternal instinct.

The Conversation

Reese Witherspoon was set to lead hit 2014 film before director said she was ‘totally wrong’ for part

Role eventually went to Rosamund Pike, who ended up earning an Oscar nomination for her performance

The Independent UK

Reese Witherspoon told she was 'totally wrong' for Gone Girl role by director

Reese Witherspoon said she had her first real "ego check" when she was told she wasn't right for a role in Gone Girl.

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James Gunn plays coy on Margot Robbie’s DC future

James Gunn refused to confirm whether Margot Robbie will return to the DC Universe.

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An Iconic Horror Director Is Bringing Back A Sci-Fi Classic

A big movie star is about to get even bigger.

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Margot Robbie to star in Tim Burton's Attack Of The Fifty Foot Woman remake

Margot Robbie is in talks to star in Tim Burton's Attack Of The Fifty Foot Woman remake, which she will also produce through her LuckyChap production company,

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Camilla laments library closures in visit to Edinburgh community hub

The Queen met authors Sir Ian Rankin and Gillian Flynn at the newly-launched Ratho Library.

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10 best thriller books to read in 2025, from classics to new releases

Tear through gripping tales of ‘Gone Girl’, ‘The Housemaid’ and more

The Independent UK

"Crime Junkie" Host and Mystery Author Ashley Flowers Shares Her Must-Read Crime Books

'The Missing Half' author/podcaster knows a good whodunit.

Marie Claire

New on Hulu March 29-April 4: our expert's picks for 8 TV shows and movies coming to Hulu this week

Picks for the best new TV shows and movies on Hulu this week include a bevy of classic movies that arrive on Hulu as a new month begins.

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Flowers in the Attic at 45: the ‘awful and fabulous’ gothic megaseller that influenced Gillian Flynn and obsessed Roxane Gay

In 1978, Ann Patty, a young, inexperienced editor for Pocket Books, was on the subway with her friend Humphrey Evans, who told her about an “awful and fabulous” 98-page manuscript he’d read that day, in his role as assistant to a literary agent.

The Conversation

The 36 Best Mystery Thriller Books to Read in 2025

These are certified page-turners.

Marie Claire

32 movies to watch after a breakup

When love stops feeling rosy, mend your broken heart with these movies

Total Film

33 Beach Reads to Devour While Soaking Up the Sun This Spring Break

Your beach bag isn't complete without one of these page-turners.

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Five of the best psychological thrillers by women

These electrifying novels that dig into the peculiar, dark depths of the human psyche will have you questioning who to trust

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Tim Burton and Gillian Flynn team up for Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman remake

Tim Burton and Gillian Flynn are teaming up for a remake of Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman. Burton's unique style makes him a perfect fit for this offbeat ...

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After Beetlejuice 2, Tim Burton Is Remaking A Sci-Fi Classic As His Next Movie

While we're still months off from seeing Beetlejuice 2, Tim Burton is already gearing up to remake a sci-fi classic as his next movie.

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Tim Burton to direct Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman remake with Gone Girl writer

The 1958 film is a cult classic

Total Film

New HBO series will adapt another novel from Gone Girl and Sharp Objects author

Dark Places is being adapted for the small screen

Salon

Police failure in real "Gone Girl" case

Denise Huskins was kidnapped and attacked, but her ordeal initially was written off as an "orchestrated event"

The Guardian - AU

The ultimate summer reading list: 15 crime thrillers and mysteries to keep you guessing

From Mick Herron’s Slow Horses and Ian Rankin’s Rebus to new books from Bret Easton Ellis and Emma Cline, your beach reads are sorted courtesy of Guardian Australia’s staff and critics

The Independent UK

A Murder at the End of the World review: Emma Corrin and Harris Dickinson shine in gripping, pacy thriller

Murder mystery navigates its way through a century of detective influences, from Conan Doyle to Gillian Flynn

Inverse

You Need to Watch the Bleakest Heist Thriller on Amazon ASAP

Widows is about so much more than a heist, but it still introduced some strong female heroes.

The Guardian - AU

Young Adult: Charlize Theron is a singular monster in this stomach-churning film

Jason Reitman’s 2011 film has largely faded from critical attention but is worth revisiting to meet Mavis, a chaotic black hole of empathy

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