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283 pages • first pub 1949 (editions)
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Language: English
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Raymond Chandler's fifth novel has Philip Marlowe going to Hollywood as he explores the underworld of the glitter capital, trying to find a sweet young thing's missing brother. Along the way he uncovers a little blackmail, a lot of drugs, and more...
Community Reviews Summary of 769 reviews
Moods
dark 64%
tense 48%
adventurous 38%
funny 32%
reflective 9%
challenging 6%
emotional 6%
sad 6%
relaxing 3%
Pace
fast 31%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 65% | A mix: 27% | Character: 6%Strong character development?
No: 73% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
No: 38% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 26%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 70% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Gun violenceMinor
Drug use, Homophobia, Racism283 pages • first pub 1949 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Raymond Chandler's fifth novel has Philip Marlowe going to Hollywood as he explores the underworld of the glitter capital, trying to find a sweet young thing's missing brother. Along the way he uncovers a little blackmail, a lot of drugs, and more...
Community Reviews Summary of 769 reviews
Moods
dark 64%
tense 48%
adventurous 38%
funny 32%
reflective 9%
challenging 6%
emotional 6%
sad 6%
relaxing 3%
Pace
fast 31%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 65% | A mix: 27% | Character: 6%Strong character development?
No: 73% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
No: 38% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 26%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 70% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Gun violenceMinor
Drug use, Homophobia, Racism