The Comfort of Strangers
by Ian McEwan
The Comfort of Strangers by Ian McEwan holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.44 out of 5, based on 8.8K reader ratings. First published in 1981. The book spans 128 pages.
About The Comfort of Strangers
"Haunting and compelling." --The Times
As their holiday unfolds, Colin and Maria are locked into their own intimacy. They groom themselves meticulously, as though there waits someone who cares deeply about how they appear. Then they meet a man with a disturbing story to tell and become drawn into a fantasy of violence and obsession.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ian McEwan |
| Published | 1981 |
| Pages | 128 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Suspense, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.44 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,843 |
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What genre is The Comfort of Strangers?
The Comfort of Strangers is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Comfort of Strangers worth reading?
Based on 8.8K reader ratings, The Comfort of Strangers has an average score of 3.44 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews."
How many pages is The Comfort of Strangers?
The Comfort of Strangers has 128 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Comfort of Strangers?
The Comfort of Strangers was written by Ian McEwan. It was first published in 1981.
What is the ISBN for The Comfort of Strangers?
The ISBN-13 for The Comfort of Strangers is 9780679749840.0.
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