Innocent Blood
Innocent Blood
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1980s
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Innocent Blood by P.D. James follows an adopted young woman, seeking identity, who uncovers unsettling truths about her parentage and birth. Her journey for self-discovery leads her into a complex web of history and emotion, exploring themes of identity, redemption, and the past's impact on the present.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
7,823 ratings
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Review Roundup
Innocent Blood by P.D. James receives praise for its intricate plotting and psychological depth, engaging readers with its complex characters and moral dilemmas. Critics commend James's ability to weave suspense with literary quality. However, some note the pacing can be slow, potentially disengaging those seeking fast-paced thrillers. Overall, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Innocent Blood?
A reader who enjoys psychological thrillers with intricate plots and deep character analysis would relish Innocent Blood by P.D. James. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Ruth Rendell's suspenseful works would find its exploration of identity and dark family secrets engrossing.
7,823 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Innocent Blood was published in 1980 and marked a departure for P.D. James, who was primarily known for her detective fiction, as it delves into the psychological thriller genre.
The novel explores themes of identity and the nature vs. nurture debate, reflecting P.D. James's interest in the complexity of human behavior and morality.
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P.D. James was inspired by her own experience working in the criminal justice system, which gave her insights into the psychology of crime and punishment that she incorporated into the narrative of Innocent Blood.
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1980s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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