James Sallis Eye Of The Cricket


Lu par Ray Shell

(3.8 étoiles; 6 critiques)

James Sallis' intriguing novel is set in late nineties New Orleans, where Lew Griffin, a black man, detective, teacher, and writer, embarks on a quest to find his missing son. The story begins with a derelict in a hospital claiming to be Lewis Griffin, which sets off a chain of events that leads Lew into his own past while he searches for three missing young men.

As the narrative unfolds, Lew's investigation becomes a hero's journey, filled with mythic elements and emotional depth. The novel is rich with poetic and complex prose, showcasing Sallis's unique storytelling style. Readers will find themselves immersed in a tale that shifts through time and memory, revealing the intricacies of Griffin's character and the challenges he faces.


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Critiques

Not a Book, This is a recording of a radio broadcast BBC Radio7


(1.5 étoiles)

The storyline is okay. The part that ruined it for me was the horrendous accent and vernacular of the narrator. As a person of color from the south, it's insulting to one's intelligence to hear someone butcher an accent this bad. Especially when it wouldn't be too difficult a task to find someone who's an authentic speaker of the delicate melodic rhythm that is the Southern draw.


(5 étoiles)

perfection ..there is not one negative thing about this book.readers fantastic.the music was a perfect match for the story