A review by chrisljm
Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith

challenging dark tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

This should’ve just been a short story, but Sigmund Freud, you would’ve loved this shit. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Stalking, Toxic friendship, Toxic relationship, Violence, Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Infidelity, Misogyny, Murder, and Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Panic attacks/disorders

Minor: Pregnancy, Miscarriage, Racial slurs, and Fatphobia