The Hand by Georges Simenon, Linda Coverdale

192 pages first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction dark mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

A new translation of George Simenon's taut, devastating psychological novel set in American suburbia. The inspiration for the new play by award-winning playwright David Hare.'I had begun, God knows why, tearing a corner off of everyday truth, begu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 47 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
reflective 50%
mysterious 33%
tense 33%
challenging 16%
emotional 16%
sad 16%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 40%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.63

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