Description
1986 Book club edition. Hardcover has some fading at edges. Dust jacket has a few small tears and markings. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This intriguing psychological thriller from Barbara Vine, the pen name of renowned mystery writer Ruth Rendell, explores the dark corners of the human psyche. Published in 1986, “A Dark-Adapted Eye” is a masterful work of suspense that delves into themes of obsession, guilt, and the consequences of past actions. Rendell, widely regarded as one of the greatest crime writers of her generation, crafts a taut and atmospheric narrative that keeps readers guessing until the very end.
The novel follows the story of Faith Severn, a woman haunted by a tragic event from her youth. As she grapples with the resurfacing of long-buried memories, Vine skillfully weaves a complex tapestry of characters and motivations, each thread contributing to the overall sense of unease and mounting tension. Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the book’s literary merit, as well as its exploration of the darker aspects of human nature. This particular copy, while showing some signs of wear, remains a compelling artifact from the golden age of psychological suspense fiction.
