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Closet

R.D. Zimmerman
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Closet

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993

Book Brief

R.D. Zimmerman

Closet

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Closet by R.D. Zimmerman follows Todd Mills, a successful 40-something TV reporter in Minneapolis, as he navigates life after the brutal murder of his boyfriend, Michael. Struggling with guilt and his recent public coming out, Todd must use his investigative skills to find Michael’s killer while managing a new romantic interest and the complications of being openly gay in his profession. The story includes issues related to grief, homophobia, and violence.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.0

362 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Closet by R.D. Zimmerman highlight a gripping and suspenseful narrative with well-developed characters. Readers appreciated the exploration of deep themes such as identity and secrecy. However, some felt the pacing was uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read with minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Closet?

A reader who would enjoy Closet by R.D. Zimmerman likely relishes suspenseful, character-driven mysteries with psychological depth and complex social themes. Fans of Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley and Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl will appreciate Zimmerman's intricate plotting and exploration of hidden lives.

4.0

362 ratings

66%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Minneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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