A review by majortomwaits
The Lodger by Marie Belloc Lowndes

adventurous dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

I'm a big fan of Alfred Hitchcock's adaptation of this, so it was interesting to notice the major changes between the film and the original text. Grippingly written, truly makes you feel as if you're living with the Buntings.