The Handle by Richard Stark

The Handle

Parker #8

Richard Stark

160 pages first pub 1966 (editions)

fiction crime thriller dark mysterious tense fast-paced
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Parker, the ruthless antihero of Richard Stark's eponymous mystery novels, is one of the most unforgettable characters in hardboiled noir. Lauded by critics for his taut realism, unapologetic amorality, and razor-sharp prose style--and adored by f...

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Community Reviews

3.71
based on 193 reviews

Moods

tense: 85%

adventurous: 71%

dark: 71%

mysterious: 28%

challenging: 14%

inspiring: 14%

relaxing: 14%


Pace

83% of readers chose fast
16% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

71% of readers chose Plot
28% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

14% of readers chose Complicated
85% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
71% of readers chose Complicated
14% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose No
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

14% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
57% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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