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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

by Mark Haddon
Aggregate Editorial Score69/100
Costa Book Award
Published 2003256 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 2003. Christopher Boone, a fifteen-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome (never named), investigates the murder of a neighbour's dog and uncovers startling truths about his own family. Haddon's Costa Award winner is told in a singular, logical, and utterly charming voice. Themes of Asperger's, family, mystery run through the work. The book has received recognition from Costa Book Award 2003.

Book Details

AuthorMark Haddon
Published2003
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages256
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781400032716
Editorial Score69/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Awards & Recognition

Costa Book Award
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time about?

Christopher Boone, a fifteen-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome (never named), investigates the murder of a neighbour's dog and uncovers startling truths about his own family. Haddon's Costa Award winner is told in a singular, logical, and utterly charming voice.

Who wrote The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was written by Mark Haddon, from United Kingdom. First published in 2003.

What awards has The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time won?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has received the following awards and honours: Costa Book Award 2003.

Is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time worth reading?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 62/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Asperger's, family, mystery.

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What category is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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