Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1987
Book Brief
306
Novel • Fiction
England • 1980s
1987
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency by Douglas Adams follows holistic detective Dirk Gently as he investigates ostensibly unrelated events involving Richard MacDuff, an eccentric time-traveling professor, an electric monk, and an ancient ghost. The intertwined mysteries involve historical figures, aliens, and time travel in a humorous blend of noir and science fiction elements.
Humorous
Mysterious
Fantastical
Playful
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
149,567 ratings
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Review Roundup
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency by Douglas Adams is celebrated for its inventive, humorous narrative and quirky characters. Readers appreciate its clever blend of sci-fi and detective genres. However, some find its plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Despite minor flaws, it's deemed a unique, entertaining read that showcases Adams' wit and creativity.
Who Should Read Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency?
Readers who enjoy quirky, intellectual humor and intricate plots, as found in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams or Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, will relish Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. Its blend of absurdity, mystery, and science fiction appeals to lovers of unconventional storytelling.
149,567 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
306
Novel • Fiction
England • 1980s
1987
Adult
15-18 years
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