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The sinister, mind-bending roman noir that inspired the 1958 Alfred Hitchcock classic, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak It could have happened to any of us, but it happened to a man named Flavieres. His days as a detective were over, and everyone knew he had his reasons. But when an old friend appeared out of nowhere with concerns about his withdrawn and mysterious wife, Flavieres didn't have the heart to refuse. Soon, he would be scouring the streets of Paris in search of an answer-in search of a girl who belonged to no one, not even to herself. Intrigue would be replaced by obsession, and dreams replaced by nightmares. This is the story of a desperate man. A man who ended up compromising his own morality beyond all measure, while World War II raged outside his front door. A man tormented-and destroyed-by a dark, terrible secret.… (plus d'informations)
Paul asks Roger's help to keep his wife, Madeleine, safe as there is something odd about her. Roger becomes obsessed with her as he follows her then rescues her when she attempts suicide. With Paul's blessing, Roger and Madeleine spend their days together. One day they go to a small town and go into the church where Madeleine goes into the steeple. Will Roger be able to catch her before she reaches the top?
I know I saw the movie years ago, but I don't remember much about it. The book was intense. I liked Roger but Madeleine was odd as her husband said. Roger's obsession gets worse in the second part of the book. I didn't know the reason for it all but that is revealed by the end. I figured it would end in one of two ways. I was right.
I find I like French novels. I look forward to reading more of them. ( )
Yes, this is the book of the famous Hitchcock masterpiece. This is not a masterpiece but is nonetheless a superior psychological crime thriller. Although the basic plot idea is the same as the film there are many significant differences. The setting is Paris and the south of France rather than San Francisco. The book covers a longer time period and is set before and after WW2. The ending is different. The story focusses much more on the thoughts of the main character. A lot of alcohol is drunk! It's hard to say more without introducing spoilers.
Even if you've seen the film this book is worth reading for its own intrinsic value. However, it's fair to say the changes Hitchcock made, made for a better film. He certainly did not spoil this book! ( )
Un día, llama a la puerta de Roger Flavières un antiguo compañero de la universidad que quiere contratarlo para que investigue a su mujer. El marido no sospecha que su esposa le sea infiel, sino que teme por su vida. El motivo de su temor no puede ser más sorprendente: cree que su mujer se halla poseída por el espíritu de una antepasada que murió trágicamente ahogada. Solo ello parece poder explicar por qué su esposa pasa por momentos en los que parece estar ausente, desaparece durante horas sin decir nada y se hunde a menudo en una profunda melancolía. Es así como Flavières empieza a seguir a Madeleine, una mujer de una inusual belleza de la que no tardará en enamorarse profundamente.
An intriguing mystery, revolving around an obsessional neurotic's decent into psychosis. Flavières' fixation upon the otherworldly Madeleine is creepy from the outset, develops into unpleasantness, finally twisting into a controlling abusiveness. Well-worthy of the Hitchcock treatment, a psychological drama which left me with a bad taste in my mouth. ( )
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Fiction.
Literature.
Mystery.
Thriller.
The sinister, mind-bending roman noir that inspired the 1958 Alfred Hitchcock classic, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak It could have happened to any of us, but it happened to a man named Flavieres. His days as a detective were over, and everyone knew he had his reasons. But when an old friend appeared out of nowhere with concerns about his withdrawn and mysterious wife, Flavieres didn't have the heart to refuse. Soon, he would be scouring the streets of Paris in search of an answer-in search of a girl who belonged to no one, not even to herself. Intrigue would be replaced by obsession, and dreams replaced by nightmares. This is the story of a desperate man. A man who ended up compromising his own morality beyond all measure, while World War II raged outside his front door. A man tormented-and destroyed-by a dark, terrible secret.
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I know I saw the movie years ago, but I don't remember much about it. The book was intense. I liked Roger but Madeleine was odd as her husband said. Roger's obsession gets worse in the second part of the book. I didn't know the reason for it all but that is revealed by the end. I figured it would end in one of two ways. I was right.
I find I like French novels. I look forward to reading more of them. (