The Long-Legged Fly by James Sallis

The Long-Legged Fly

Lew Griffin #1

James Sallis

256 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious reflective medium-paced
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As much a classic detective story as it is a literary masterpiece, The Long-Legged Fly introduces us to Lew Griffin: tough, smart, and living in a corner of society where life is fought for as much as it is lived. In steamy New Orleans, black priv...

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Community Reviews Summary of 80 reviews

Moods

dark 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.68

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