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The High Window (Philip Marlowe, #3)

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Mystery & Thriller Fiction Mystery & Thriller Classics

by Raymond Chandler

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4.08 (11.1K ratings)
calendar_today 1942
description 265 pages

The High Window by Raymond Chandler holds a highly rated rating of 4.08 out of 5, based on 11.1K reader ratings. First published in 1942. The book spans 265 pages.

About The High Window

A wealthy Pasadena widow with a mean streak, a missing daughter-in-law with a past, and a gold coin worth a small fortune—the elements don't quite add up until Marlowe discovers evidence of murder, rape, blackmail, and the worst kind of human exploitation.

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Author Raymond Chandler
Published 1942
Pages 265
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics
Average Rating 4.08 / 5.00
Total Ratings 11,080

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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11.1K ratings
With a rating of 4.08, The High Window is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.08
This Book
3.95
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The High Window?

The High Window is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The High Window worth reading?

Based on 11.1K reader ratings, The High Window has an average score of 4.08 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The High Window?

The High Window has 265 pages.

Who wrote The High Window?

The High Window was written by Raymond Chandler. It was first published in 1942.

What is the ISBN for The High Window?

The ISBN-13 for The High Window is 9780394758270.0.

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