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144 pages • first pub 1967 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780226771076
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Publication date: 01 August 2009
Description
Parker, the ruthless antihero of Richard Stark's eponymous mystery novels, is one of the most unforgettable characters in hardboiled noir. Lauded by critics for his taut realism, unapologetic amorality, and razor-sharp prose style--and adored by f...
Community Reviews Summary of 130 reviews
Moods
dark 50%
tense 50%
funny 25%
mysterious 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 50% | Plot: 25% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%Average rating
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144 pages • first pub 1967 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780226771076
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Publication date: 01 August 2009
Description
Parker, the ruthless antihero of Richard Stark's eponymous mystery novels, is one of the most unforgettable characters in hardboiled noir. Lauded by critics for his taut realism, unapologetic amorality, and razor-sharp prose style--and adored by f...
Community Reviews Summary of 130 reviews
Moods
dark 50%
tense 50%
funny 25%
mysterious 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 50% | Plot: 25% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%Average rating
Content Warnings
This book doesn't have any content warnings yet!
If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.