The author is described by the New York Times as a master of
psychological suspense. I really never
found the book compelling.
The story takes place in a village and is self proclaimed as
a classic of French suspense. Sadly my
tastes appear to be more plebian than many of the reviewers. To me the book was tedious and difficult to
read. I do like character studies but
the minutia in this left me cold.
Elle is certifiable and I suspect Florimond might also be
committed. Due to all the accolades the
book has received, I suspect I may be a lonely voice that didn’t like it but loneliness
can also be ascribed to a matter of personal taste. This book was not to my taste.
This book may have been received free of charge from a publisher or a publicist. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.
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