Fear of the Dark
Fear of the Dark
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 1990s
1988
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Fear of the Dark by Gar Anthony Haywood follows Aaron Gunner, a private investigator in Los Angeles. He is employed to investigate the death of a Black man, safeguarding the community's interests. As Gunner delves into local tensions and racial complexities, he discovers a web of lies and deception while confronting his own challenges along the way.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
138 ratings
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Review Roundup
Fear of the Dark by Gar Anthony Haywood is praised for its engaging plot and authentic portrayal of Los Angeles. Readers appreciate the protagonist's complexity and the novel's insightful take on racial tensions. However, some critics note the pacing can lag. Overall, it's lauded for its compelling mystery and strong character development.
Who Should Read Fear of the Dark?
Readers who enjoy Fear of the Dark by Gar Anthony Haywood typically appreciate gritty crime fiction with a strong sense of place and complex characters. Fans of Walter Mosley's Devil in a Blue Dress or Chester Himes' A Rage in Harlem would likely find this book appealing.
138 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 1990s
1988
Adult
18+ years
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