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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

by Mark Haddon
Aggregate Editorial Score69/100
★Costa Book Award
Published 2003256 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 2003, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time established Mark Haddon as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Christopher Boone, a fifteen-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome (never named), investigates the murder of a neighbour's dog and uncovers startling truths about his own family. Haddon's Costa Award winner is told in a singular, logical, and utterly charming voice. Themes of Asperger's, family, mystery run through the work. The book has received recognition from Costa Book Award 2003.

Book Details

AuthorMark Haddon
Published2003
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages256
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781400032716
Editorial Score69/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 2003 in United Kingdom, it engages with Asperger's, family, mystery, truth in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. Among its recognitions: Costa Book Award 2003. With an editorial score of 69/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. Readers coming to The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of Asperger's, family, mystery, truth is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Mark Haddon's role in the literature of United Kingdom is well established. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Costa Book Award
winner · national
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About the Author
Mark Haddon
United Kingdom
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Mark Haddon is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time about?

Christopher Boone, a fifteen-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome (never named), investigates the murder of a neighbour's dog and uncovers startling truths about his own family. Haddon's Costa Award winner is told in a singular, logical, and utterly charming voice.

Who wrote The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was written by Mark Haddon, from United Kingdom. First published in 2003.

What awards has The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time won?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has received the following awards and honours: Costa Book Award 2003.

Is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time worth reading?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 62/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Asperger's, family, mystery.

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What category is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time from?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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