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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 226 reviews
Moods
dark 72%
tense 72%
emotional 20%
reflective 16%
sad 12%
adventurous 8%
challenging 8%
Pace
slow 37%
fast 22%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 37% | Character: 33% | Plot: 29%Strong character development?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 12%Loveable characters?
No: 77% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 95% | It's complicated: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 8%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 226 reviews
Moods
dark 72%
tense 72%
emotional 20%
reflective 16%
sad 12%
adventurous 8%
challenging 8%
Pace
slow 37%
fast 22%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 37% | Character: 33% | Plot: 29%Strong character development?
No: 60% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 12%Loveable characters?
No: 77% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 95% | It's complicated: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 8%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Blood, GoreMinor
Chronic illness, Suicide, Terminal illness