Doubles by Robert Polito

Doubles

Robert Polito

64 pages first pub 1934 (editions)

fiction mystery short stories dark mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

Doubles is at once tough-minded and urbane, veering from lyricism to street slang, oscillating with the beat of the American city. As his title suggests, Polito's world is one of doubling, simulation, impersonation, and mimicry--a shrewd vision of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 54 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 100%
adventurous 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.63

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