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Jessica
Marlowe falls hard for a redhead here, but in his own way, he keeps his wits in spite of it all. A curious story, but an intriguing one.
Darrell Kastin
Oct 12, 2009 rated it really liked it
Considered Chandler's worst book, but I found it thoroughly enjoyable even after having read all of Chandler's previously published books first. It's darkly humorous, with Chandler's usual gathering of strange characters. Hell, even at his worst Chandler delivers and out does most anyone you can name today. ...more
Jayme Pendergraft
Nov 09, 2009 rated it did not like it
Shelves: 2009
Probably not the best choice for my first Raymond Chandler book. I will give him another try, but this book was painful.
Suzanne
Sep 08, 2008 marked it as to-read
Shelves: mystery, american
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Oct 23, 2021 marked it as to-read