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191 pages • first pub 1970 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802145307
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 12 July 2011
Description
The legendary writer Patricia Highsmith is best remembered today for her chilling psychological thrillers The Talented Mr. Ripley and Strangers on a Train. A critically acclaimed best seller in Europe, Highsmith has for too long been underapprecia...
Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews
Moods
mysterious 75%
tense 50%
adventurous 25%
sad 25%
emotional 16%
challenging 8%
funny 8%
lighthearted 8%
Pace
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 57% | Character: 28% | Plot: 14%Strong character development?
No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Violence, Bullying, Child abuseModerate
Misogyny
191 pages • first pub 1970 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802145307
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 12 July 2011
Description
The legendary writer Patricia Highsmith is best remembered today for her chilling psychological thrillers The Talented Mr. Ripley and Strangers on a Train. A critically acclaimed best seller in Europe, Highsmith has for too long been underapprecia...
Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews
Moods
mysterious 75%
tense 50%
adventurous 25%
sad 25%
emotional 16%
challenging 8%
funny 8%
lighthearted 8%
Pace
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 57% | Character: 28% | Plot: 14%Strong character development?
No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Violence, Bullying, Child abuseModerate
Misogyny