The Glass Cell

A Virago Modern Classic

(Author) Patricia Highsmith
Format: Paperback
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Philip Carter has spent six years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. On his release his beautiful wife is waiting for him. He has never had any reason to doubt her. Nor their friend, Sullivan. Carter has never been suspicious, or violent. But prison can change a man. 'The Glass Cell has lost little of its disturbing power . . . Highsmith was a genuine one-off, and her books will haunt you' Daily Telegraph

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Publisher:
Virago Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
288
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780349004952
Publish year:
2014
Publish date:
Nov. 6, 2014

Patricia Highsmith

Patricia Highsmith was an American novelist known for her psychological thrillers and suspenseful plots. Her most notable works include "Strangers on a Train," "The Talented Mr. Ripley," and "Carol." Highsmith's writing style is characterized by its dark and twisted exploration of human nature, often featuring morally ambiguous characters and intricate psychological narratives. She is credited with revolutionizing the crime fiction genre by focusing on the inner workings of the criminal mind rather than just the act of crime itself. Highsmith's influence can be seen in modern psychological thrillers and her work continues to be celebrated for its complex characters and gripping storytelling. "The Talented Mr. Ripley" remains her most famous and enduring work, solidifying her legacy as a master of suspense.

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