Out
by Natsuo Kirino, Stephen Snyder
Out by Natsuo Kirino, Stephen Snyder holds a well received rating of 3.93 out of 5, based on 14.8K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 400 pages.
About Out
Natsuo Kirino's novel tells a story of random violence in the staid Tokyo suburbs, as a young mother who works a night shift making boxed lunches brutally strangles her deadbeat husband and then seeks the help of her co-workers to dispose of the body and cover up her crime.The ringleader of this cover-up, Masako Katori, emerges as the emotional heart of Out and as one of the shrewdest, most clear-eyed creations in recent fiction. Masako's own search for a way out of the straitjacket of a dead-end life leads her, too, to take drastic action.The complex yet riveting narrative seamlessly combines a convincing glimpse into the grimy world of Japan's yakuza with a brilliant portrayal of the psychology of a violent crime and the ensuing game of cat-and-mouse between seasoned detectives and a group of determined but inexperienced criminals. Kirino has mastered a Thelma and Louise kind of graveyard humor that illuminates her stunning evocation of the pressures and prejudices that drive women to extreme deeds and the friendship that bolsters them in the aftermath.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Natsuo Kirino, Stephen Snyder |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 400 |
| Kindle Price | $0.0 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Horror |
| Average Rating | 3.93 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Out?
Out is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Out worth reading?
Based on 14.8K reader ratings, Out has an average score of 3.93 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Out?
Out has 400 pages.
Who wrote Out?
Out was written by Natsuo Kirino, Stephen Snyder. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for Out?
The ISBN-13 for Out is 9781400078370.0.
How much does Out cost on Kindle?
Out is currently available as a free Kindle download.
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