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Hit Man

Lawrence Block
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Hit Man

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1999

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Lawrence Block

Hit Man

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Hit Man by Lawrence Block is a collection of interconnected short stories following Keller, a professional hit man navigating assignments and personal dilemmas. Through stories like "Answers to Soldier" and "One Angry Junebug," Keller confronts the complexities of his work, reflecting on morality, identity, and change. The narrative explores human connections amid a life of crime.

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Unnerving

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.1

7,861 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hit Man by Lawrence Block receives praise for its engaging storytelling and the depth of its protagonist, Keller, a hitman with a surprisingly introspective and human side. Critics appreciate the book's dark humor and philosophical undertones. However, some find the non-linear plot structure fragmented and the moral ambiguity unsettling. Overall, it's a compelling read for crime fiction fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hit Man?

Fans of noir fiction and nuanced character studies will enjoy Hit Man by Lawrence Block. Comparable to works like The Killer Inside Me by Jim Thompson, it delves into the psyche of an assassin, offering dark humor and moral complexity. Ideal for readers who appreciate suspenseful plots and moral ambiguity.

4.1

7,861 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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