Red Dragon (Hannibal Lecter, #1)
by Thomas Harris
Red Dragon by Thomas Harris holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 194K reader ratings. First published in 1981. The book spans 454 pages.
About Red Dragon
A second family has been massacred by the terrifying serial killer the press has christened "The Tooth Fairy." Special Agent Jack Crawford turns to the one man who can help restart a failed investigation: Will Graham. Graham is the greatest profiler the FBI ever had, but the physical and mental scars of capturing Hannibal Lecter have caused Graham to go into early retirement. Now, Graham must turn to Lecter for help.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Thomas Harris |
| Published | 1981 |
| Pages | 454 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 194,013 |
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What genre is Red Dragon?
Red Dragon is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Red Dragon worth reading?
Based on 194K reader ratings, Red Dragon has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Red Dragon?
Red Dragon has 454 pages.
Who wrote Red Dragon?
Red Dragon was written by Thomas Harris. It was first published in 1981.
What is the ISBN for Red Dragon?
The ISBN-13 for Red Dragon is 9780525945570.0.
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