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Darkly Dreaming Dexter

The GRIPPING thriller that's inspired the Showtime series DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN and DEXTER: RESURRECTION
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Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay delves into the life of Dexter Morgan, a Miami-based blood spatter analyst for the police who secretly harbours a sinister side. By night, he indulges his violent urges by targeting other killers who have escaped justice, all while maintaining a facade of normalcy. The novel explores the tension between Dexter's double life and his strict code of ethics.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by a morally complex protagonist with a penchant for dark humour. It offers a unique twist on the crime and thriller genre by exploring the mind of a serial killer who channels his impulses to target only those who have escaped justice. The blend of suspense, wit, and psychological depth makes it compelling for readers who appreciate a story that challenges the boundaries between right and wrong.

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Darkly Dreaming Dexter

Introducing Dexter Morgan, a serial killer to fall in love with . . .

Lindsay has created one of the most engaging and original narrators of recent years. 'A virtuoso debut by a new young American author, this is a compulsive trip through territory rendered familiar by the psycho-thrillers of Thomas Harris and Michael Connelly and other masters of the dark arts of abnormal pathology' Guardian. 'One of the most likeable vigilante serial killers in recent thriller literature ... Like other charismatic killers - Hannibal Lecter, say, or Tom Ripley - Dexter has a set of motives that are tough to untangle. But his quest proves weirdly convincing' New Yorker. 'A sleek black comedy' Literary Review. 'It's been years since there's been a thriller debut as original as this one ... humorous, self-deprecating, smart and sometimes lyrical ... a gripping, deliciously offbeat novel' Publishers Weekly. 'It's a great idea. And it's easy to see why this debut novel has gone down a storm ... the whole thing is stylish, polished and very readable' Mirror. 'Long after readers finish this gripping novel, they will still be thinking (or dreaming) about Dexter' Booklist. '[A] mcabre tour-de- force' New York Times. Rights have been sold around the world.

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Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay introduces Dexter Morgan, who isn't exactly the kind of man you'd bring home to your mum. At heart, he's the perfect gentleman: he has a shy girlfriend and seems to lead a quiet, normal life bordering on the mundane.

Despite the fact that he can't stand the sight of blood, Dexter works as a blood-spatter analyst for the Miami police. However, Dexter also has a secret hobby: he is an accomplished serial killer. So far, he's killed 36 people and has never been caught because he knows exactly how to hide the evidence.

While some may think he's not such a nice guy, Dexter curbs his insatiable hunger for brutality by only killing the bad guys. Nevertheless, Dexter's well-organised life is suddenly disrupted when a second, much more visible serial killer appears in Miami.

Intrigued that the other killer favours a style similar to his own, Dexter soon realises that the mysterious new arrival is not merely invading his turf but offering him a direct invitation to 'come out and play'...

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Darkly Dreaming Dexter has been praised as a compelling debut by Jeff Lindsay, with comparisons to the works of Thomas Harris and Michael Connelly. The protagonist, Dexter, is noted as an intriguingly likeable vigilante serial killer with complex motives. Critics highlight the novel's blend of dark comedy and originality, describing it as sleek, polished, and highly readable, leaving a lasting impression long after finishing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780752865744

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 July 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Jeff Lindsay is the author of the acclaimed Dexter novels, now adapted into an award-winning TV series. In addition, Jeff's plays have been performed on the stage in New York and London. Outside of his writing, Jeff is a musician and karate enthusiast. He lives in Cape Coral, Florida, with his family.

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