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fliss_c's review against another edition
4.0
I’ve found it difficult to explain my feelings about this novel. Thompson’s first-person narrative draws you in, and as Lou tells you his story, you find yourself simultaneously frustrated, disturbed and fascinated by his decisions and justifications. That being said, I found the narrative fragmented at times, which spoiled the flow of the story, and it meant you sometimes had to work a little too hard to follow the story/Lou’s thought process. Not the easiest read, but an interesting yet unsettling crime novel. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
deathtoamp's review against another edition
4.0
It's a messed up kind of bad. Is it weird that I could somewhat relate to Lou Ford? I guess everyone of us has this kind of similar lunacy that we are just too strong to keep pent up inside. Jim Thompson drew that truth in the form of Lou Ford, with thoughts I find somewhat, relatable. Perhaps, everyone had a Killer Inside Us. Or is it just me? I'm afraid I would not like to wonder.
emmabie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
reanimatedreader's review against another edition
3.0
I'm unsure on this book. Think I'm going to have to read it again before I make up my mind.
inthelunaseas's review against another edition
3.0
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This is one of those books that I was surprised to find was far older than expected. The writing feels quite modern, despite being an early '50s novel.
I didn't love it as much as I'd hoped, and there's a few passages I had to read a few times in order to parse what was happening.
I don't find this nearly as grim as the reviewers suggest, but maybe it's my general preference for horror.
This is one of those books that I was surprised to find was far older than expected. The writing feels quite modern, despite being an early '50s novel.
I didn't love it as much as I'd hoped, and there's a few passages I had to read a few times in order to parse what was happening.
I don't find this nearly as grim as the reviewers suggest, but maybe it's my general preference for horror.
dsdmona's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 estrellas
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weasy44's review against another edition
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
bryanmyers23's review against another edition
5.0
After joining the Chicago Public Library, I was finally able to find this book. It has been on my ‘want to read’ list for so long.
This book did not disappoint me at all. From the onset, the tension was high and the shock was palpable. Not a book for everyone, but a dark noir crime story was hardly done better.
This book did not disappoint me at all. From the onset, the tension was high and the shock was palpable. Not a book for everyone, but a dark noir crime story was hardly done better.
eddiegenerous's review against another edition
4.0
Love the way this guy wrote. Gritty. No fat needing trimmed. Wholly engaging. Thoroughly entertaining.