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A dark-adapted eye by Ruth Rendell, Harriet Walter, Richard Bravery · Booklabria

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Ruth Rendell, Harriet Walter, Richard Bravery
A dark-adapted eye

MysterySuspense

A dark-adapted eye

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First published: 1986
Editions: 38 in 6 languages

Synopsis

The first book Rendell wrote as Barbara Vine. A personal exploration into the past, searching for the truth that led Vera Hillyard to commit the violent murder for which she is hanged. The story unfolds slowly, painfully, full of secrets and lies. Dark, claustrophobic, and chilling.

Subjects: Mystery
Suspense
Thrillers, Suspense
Crime
England
Families
Set in: England
Time: 20th Century

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Editions

38 in 6 languages

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English29 German3 French1 Spanish1 All 6 languages

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