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A review by waytoomanybooks
The Thin Man by Dashiell Hammett
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed this book! And the movie starring William Powell and Myrna Loy is delightful. The dialogue is snappy, and the characters are just that: characters. It's fun, it's fresh, and it's fast-paced.
Moderate: Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Sexism, Police brutality, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Racial slurs and Racism