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Mystery & Thriller· United Kingdom

A Judgement in Stone

by Ruth Rendell
Aggregate Editorial Score25/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1977192 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

A Judgement in Stone by Ruth Rendell is a landmark work of mystery & thriller, first published in 1977. Eunice Patchett, a woman who cannot read, murders an entire family to conceal her secret. Rendell's most celebrated psychological thriller announces on the first page who will be killed and spends the rest of the novel explaining why. Themes of illiteracy, class, murder run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1977.

Book Details

AuthorRuth Rendell
Published1977
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages192
Category🔍 Mystery & Thriller
ISBN9780099140818
Editorial Score25/100
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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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197710
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Judgement in Stone about?

Eunice Patchett, a woman who cannot read, murders an entire family to conceal her secret. Rendell's most celebrated psychological thriller announces on the first page who will be killed and spends the rest of the novel explaining why.

Who wrote A Judgement in Stone?

A Judgement in Stone was written by Ruth Rendell, from United Kingdom. First published in 1977.

What awards has A Judgement in Stone won?

A Judgement in Stone has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1977.

Is A Judgement in Stone worth reading?

A Judgement in Stone is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in illiteracy, class, murder.

Where can I buy A Judgement in Stone?

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What category is A Judgement in Stone?

A Judgement in Stone is classified as Mystery & Thriller. Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

What country is A Judgement in Stone from?

A Judgement in Stone originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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