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348 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780399124426
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Publication date: 15 October 1981
Description
Harris' first novel introducing the unforgettable character of Dr. Hannibal Lecter preceding The Silence of the Lambs and Hannibal.
Community Reviews Summary of 15,892 reviews
Moods
tense 83%
mysterious 65%
challenging 16%
adventurous 14%
emotional 12%
sad 10%
reflective 6%
funny 2%
informative 1%
Pace
fast 22%
slow 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 56% | Plot: 29% | Character: 13%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 33% | No: 27% | N/A: 2%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 44% | No: 37% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Murder, Violence, DeathModerate
Child abuse, Animal death, Animal cruelty
348 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780399124426
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Publication date: 15 October 1981
Description
Harris' first novel introducing the unforgettable character of Dr. Hannibal Lecter preceding The Silence of the Lambs and Hannibal.
Community Reviews Summary of 15,892 reviews
Moods
tense 83%
mysterious 65%
challenging 16%
adventurous 14%
emotional 12%
sad 10%
reflective 6%
funny 2%
informative 1%
Pace
fast 22%
slow 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 56% | Plot: 29% | Character: 13%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 33% | No: 27% | N/A: 2%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 44% | No: 37% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Murder, Violence, DeathModerate
Child abuse, Animal death, Animal cruelty