“A gritty suspense story told with great élan…contains surprises which really surprise.” Stephen King
ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME
Iconic author Ira Levin’s Edgar Award–winning debut novel set a new standard in the art of psychological suspense. A modern classic published to rave reviews, and twice adapted for the screen, A Kiss Before Dying is a darkly thrilling, twisting tale of criminal psychopathy.
Known for his looks and charm, a young man obsessed with wealth and status will stop at nothing to get what he wants. He sets his sights on a beautiful and innocent college student named Dorothy, intent on marrying her for her family’s money. But when Dorothy becomes pregnant, his careful plans start to unravel, and he begins to take cold, calculating, and drastic measures to protect his future.
A Kiss Before Dying, told from multiple points of view, has thrilled millions of readers with its perfectly constructed plotting and is an acknowledged masterpiece of crime fiction.
This edition includes a brand new foreword by Anthony Horowitz.
“A gritty suspense story told with great élan…contains surprises which really surprise.” Stephen King
“An extraordinary suspense novel…an architecturally perfect plot…full-bodied characterization, subtle psychological exploration, vivid evocation of locale一with strict technical whodunit tricks as dazzling as anything ever brought off by Carr, Rawson, Queen, or Christie.” New York Times
“A mystery and thriller like no other.” Anthony Horowitz
“Technically flawless.” Otto Penzler
Language | English |
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Release Day | Apr 1, 2024 |
Release Date | April 2, 2024 |
Release Date Machine | 1712016000 |
Imprint | Blackstone Publishing |
Provider | Blackstone Publishing |
Categories | Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Literature & Fiction, Classics, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Thrillers, Psychological, New Releases, New in Paperback |
Overview
ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME
Iconic author Ira Levin’s Edgar Award–winning debut novel set a new standard in the art of psychological suspense. A modern classic published to rave reviews, and twice adapted for the screen, A Kiss Before Dying is a darkly thrilling, twisting tale of criminal psychopathy.
Known for his looks and charm, a young man obsessed with wealth and status will stop at nothing to get what he wants. He sets his sights on a beautiful and innocent college student named Dorothy, intent on marrying her for her family’s money. But when Dorothy becomes pregnant, his careful plans start to unravel, and he begins to take cold, calculating, and drastic measures to protect his future.
A Kiss Before Dying, told from multiple points of view, has thrilled millions of readers with its perfectly constructed plotting and is an acknowledged masterpiece of crime fiction.
This edition includes a brand new foreword by Anthony Horowitz.