The Thief by Fuminori Nakamura
The Thief

Fuminori Nakamura

211 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Description

DESCRIPTIONA literary crime masterpiece that follows a Japanese pickpocket lost to the machinations of fate. Bleak and oozing existential dread, The Thief is simply unforgettable.The Thief is a seasoned pickpocket. Anonymous in his tailored suit, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 360 reviews

Moods

dark 73%
mysterious 66%
tense 50%
reflective 23%
adventurous 16%
emotional 13%
challenging 10%
sad 10%

Pace

fast 53%
medium 39%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 30% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 45% | Yes: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 68% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.27

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