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228 pages • first pub 1971 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781908524645
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Bitter Lemon Press
Publication date: 01 June 1971
Description
"A stellar psychological thriller with a surprising and immensely satisfying resolution that flows naturally from the book's complex characterizations.Readers will agree that Matsumoto (1909–1992) deserves his reputation as Japan's Georges Simenon...
Community Reviews Summary of 271 reviews
Moods
tense 67%
dark 64%
emotional 20%
reflective 14%
sad 11%
adventurous 8%
challenging 5%
informative 2%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 34% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 31%Strong character development?
No: 59% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 18%Loveable characters?
No: 76% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 67% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Blood, GoreMinor
Chronic illness, Suicide, Terminal illness
228 pages • first pub 1971 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781908524645
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Bitter Lemon Press
Publication date: 01 June 1971
Description
"A stellar psychological thriller with a surprising and immensely satisfying resolution that flows naturally from the book's complex characterizations.Readers will agree that Matsumoto (1909–1992) deserves his reputation as Japan's Georges Simenon...
Community Reviews Summary of 271 reviews
Moods
tense 67%
dark 64%
emotional 20%
reflective 14%
sad 11%
adventurous 8%
challenging 5%
informative 2%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 34% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 31%Strong character development?
No: 59% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 18%Loveable characters?
No: 76% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 67% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Blood, GoreMinor
Chronic illness, Suicide, Terminal illness