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Mystery & Thriller· United States

Ripley Under Ground

by Patricia Highsmith
Aggregate Editorial Score37/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1970275 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1970, Ripley Under Ground established Patricia Highsmith as one of the defining voices in mystery & thriller. Tom Ripley, now comfortably settled in France, is drawn back into crime when a forgery scheme threatens to unravel. Highsmith's second Ripley novel deepens the character and the moral unease. Themes of identity, forgery, art run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1970.

Book Details

AuthorPatricia Highsmith
Published1970
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages275
Category🔍 Mystery & Thriller
ISBN9780393326109
Editorial Score37/100
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Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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197010
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ripley Under Ground about?

Tom Ripley, now comfortably settled in France, is drawn back into crime when a forgery scheme threatens to unravel. Highsmith's second Ripley novel deepens the character and the moral unease.

Who wrote Ripley Under Ground?

Ripley Under Ground was written by Patricia Highsmith, from United States. First published in 1970.

What awards has Ripley Under Ground won?

Ripley Under Ground has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1970.

Is Ripley Under Ground worth reading?

Ripley Under Ground is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in identity, forgery, art.

Where can I buy Ripley Under Ground?

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What category is Ripley Under Ground?

Ripley Under Ground is classified as Mystery & Thriller. Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

What country is Ripley Under Ground from?

Ripley Under Ground originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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