Kiss Me, Judas
Kiss Me, Judas
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Denver, Colorado • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Kiss Me, Judas follows a person named Phineas Poe, a former police officer, as he awakens in a bathtub missing a kidney. He navigates a dark and surreal underworld to uncover the truth involving deception and desire. This novel is the first in the Phineas Poe trilogy and combines elements of noir and psychological intrigue.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Gritty
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
4,906 ratings
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Review Roundup
Kiss Me, Judas by Will Christopher Baer is praised for its gritty, noir-inspired prose and compelling narrative, capturing readers with its raw intensity and dark humor. However, some critique its complex plot and fragmented storytelling as disorienting. Despite this, the novel's vivid imagery and intriguing characters often overshadow potential confusion.
Who Should Read Kiss Me, Judas?
Readers who enjoy Kiss Me, Judas by Will Christopher Baer likely favor dark, neo-noir fiction with psychological twists and gritty narratives, similar to fans of Bret Easton Ellis’s American Psycho or Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club—stories marked by existential themes and flawed, complex characters.
4,906 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Denver, Colorado • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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