Dexter in the Dark (Dexter, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
307
Novel • Fiction
Miami, Florida • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Dexter in the Dark by Jeff Lindsay follows Dexter Morgan, a forensic blood spatter analyst for Miami Metro Police, who struggles with his darker urges while investigating a sinister cult. Dexter’s challenges deepen as he faces unprecedented internal and external threats, testing his carefully constructed double life.
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Dexter in the Dark by Jeff Lindsay receives mixed reviews. Critics praise its unique take on the serial killer genre and dark humor. However, some find the supernatural elements distracting and feel it deviates from the series' original charm. Fans of the previous books might appreciate the continuation of Dexter's story, but new readers could struggle with its tonal shift.
A reader who would enjoy Dexter in the Dark by Jeff Lindsay is likely a fan of psychological thrillers and dark humor. They appreciate complex, morally ambiguous protagonists akin to those in American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis or Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. This reader seeks a blend of suspense and wit within a gripping narrative structure.
39,606 ratings
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307
Novel • Fiction
Miami, Florida • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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