• #209 | Mystic River: Why This Dennis Lehane Classic Deserves a Spot on Your Reading List

  • Sep 2 2024
  • Length: 13 mins
  • Podcast

#209 | Mystic River: Why This Dennis Lehane Classic Deserves a Spot on Your Reading List

  • Summary

  • 🎙 Douglas Vigliotti dives into the gritty, emotional world of “Mystic River” by Dennis Lehane, a Boston crime novel about friendship, loyalty, and trauma that seamlessly blends drama and mystery. Learn why the adaptation to film was so successful, and why Lehane's distinctive "crime with heart" style is a rarity in today's literary landscape. “Mystic River” is a masterclass in storytelling and a must-read for fans who enjoy thoughtful yet tragic crime fiction.

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