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Hardly Knew Her

Laura Lippman
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Hardly Knew Her

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2008

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Laura Lippman

Hardly Knew Her

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Baltimore, Maryland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Hardly Knew Her is a collection of short stories by Laura Lippman, featuring complex characters in suspenseful, crime-filled narratives. The stories explore themes of ambition, betrayal, and justice, with a focus on the intricacies of human relationships and personal motivations. Each story delivers a unique glimpse into the lives of individuals facing unexpected challenges.

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,800 ratings

60%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hardly Knew Her by Laura Lippman offers a collection of sharp, engaging short stories characterized by Lippman's signature wit and dark intrigue. The prose is praised for its clarity and cleverness, though some stories feel less developed. The collection showcases Lippman's range, captivating crime fiction fans seeking nuanced narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hardly Knew Her?

Readers who enjoy suspenseful short stories with dark humor and complex female protagonists would relish Hardly Knew Her by Laura Lippman. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects or Karin Slaughter's works may find this collection equally compelling for its gritty and engaging narratives.

3.9

1,800 ratings

60%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Baltimore, Maryland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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