55 pages 1 hour read

Patricia Highsmith

The Talented Mr. Ripley

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1955

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Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley is celebrated for its intricate plotting and captivating psychological depth. Highsmith's portrayal of the protagonist, Tom Ripley, is both chilling and compelling, making the reader both root for and despise him. Some critics note the pacing can be slow, but most appreciate Highsmith's masterful suspense and keen exploration of identity and morality.

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Who Should Read The Talented Mr. Ripley?

Readers who relish psychological thrillers with morally complex characters will enjoy Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley. Enthusiasts of suspenseful plots akin to Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson will find this novel captivating and thought-provoking.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil