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228 pages • first pub 1971 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781908524645
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Bitter Lemon Press
Publication date: 01 June 1971
Description
"A stellar psychological thriller with a surprising and immensely satisfying resolution that flows naturally from the book's complex characterizations.Readers will agree that Matsumoto (1909–1992) deserves his reputation as Japan's Georges Simenon...
Community Reviews Summary of 268 reviews
Moods
tense 69%
dark 63%
emotional 21%
reflective 15%
sad 12%
adventurous 9%
challenging 6%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 35% | Plot: 32% | Character: 32%Strong character development?
No: 61% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 16%Loveable characters?
No: 75% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 13%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Blood, GoreMinor
Chronic illness, Terminal illness, Suicide
228 pages • first pub 1971 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781908524645
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Bitter Lemon Press
Publication date: 01 June 1971
Description
"A stellar psychological thriller with a surprising and immensely satisfying resolution that flows naturally from the book's complex characterizations.Readers will agree that Matsumoto (1909–1992) deserves his reputation as Japan's Georges Simenon...
Community Reviews Summary of 268 reviews
Moods
tense 69%
dark 63%
emotional 21%
reflective 15%
sad 12%
adventurous 9%
challenging 6%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 35% | Plot: 32% | Character: 32%Strong character development?
No: 61% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 16%Loveable characters?
No: 75% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 13%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Blood, GoreMinor
Chronic illness, Terminal illness, Suicide