Strangers on a Train

Strangers on a Train

1950

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Average rating3.4

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Two men, a tennis star and a psychopath, meet by chance on a train and "swap" murders. "Strangers on a Train", Highsmith's first novel, was the source for Alfred Hitchcock's classic masterpiece.

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Enjoyed this even more than I thought I would–felt very much like what would have happened if Camus had written murder mysteries. A little bogged down plot-wise in the middle, but more than made up for by the fun language and perspectives on human nature.

September 1, 2015

3.5

June 9, 2019

Did not know this was originally written in 1900s.
A good engaging story with twists at the right points.
The narration did feel a bit monotonous at the start, but picked up as the story progressed.
Premise of the book was new, and interesting. The execution, not so much. No pun intended.

April 11, 2022