Cape Fear
by John D. MacDonald
Cape Fear by John D. MacDonald holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 10K reader ratings. First published in 1958. The book spans 224 pages.
About Cape Fear
An insane criminal threatens to destroy a family, and the police are powerless to protect them.For fourteen years convicted rapist Max Cady nursed his hatred for Sam Bowden into an insane passion for revenge. He lived only for the day he would be free—free to track down and destroy the man who had put him behind bars.Murder was merciful compared to what Cady had in mind—and what Cady had in mind was Bowden's innocent and lovely teenaged daughter...."A powerful and frightening story." —The New York Times
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John D. MacDonald |
| Published | 1958 |
| Pages | 224 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Horror, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,006 |
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What genre is Cape Fear?
Cape Fear is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Horror. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Cape Fear worth reading?
Based on 10K reader ratings, Cape Fear has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Cape Fear?
Cape Fear has 224 pages.
Who wrote Cape Fear?
Cape Fear was written by John D. MacDonald. It was first published in 1958.
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