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The Blonde

Duane Swierczynski
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The Blonde

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Duane Swierczynski

The Blonde

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Blonde by Duane Swierczynski, readers follow a man named Jack Eisley, who finds himself entangled in a deadly situation when a mysterious woman reveals she has poisoned him. To survive, Jack must navigate a dangerous web of intrigue and urgency, unraveling secrets while racing against the clock to find an antidote.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,691 ratings

67%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Blonde by Duane Swierczynski is praised for its fast-paced narrative and gripping thrill. Reviewers appreciate its engaging blend of noir and sci-fi elements, effectively holding readers' attention. However, some critique the plot as being overly complex or implausible. Overall, it's celebrated for its originality and excitement, appealing to fans of genre-blending thrillers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Blonde?

Fans of fast-paced thrillers like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo will relish The Blonde by Duane Swierczynski. This gripping novel combines suspense, noir, and dark humor, appealing to readers who enjoy unpredictable plots and complex characters intertwined in a tense narrative.

3.9

1,691 ratings

67%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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