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Summary: An Amazing Work Of Art
Review: I finished this book about a month or so ago, but it still remains fresh in my mind as one of my favorite novels of all time. This truly Harris' peak as a writer, so far. I would recomend this book to anyone who enjoys crime novels or even a good psychological thriller because, this book isn't just about the crime. Harris always brings his stories to life as you learn more and more about each person's innerworkings. If you want a good book to read, this is a great choice.
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Summary: A SUPER THRILLER THAT WILL KEEP YOU ON YOUR TOES
Review: This is Thomas Harris's second book in the Hannibal Lecter Trillogy. This book is much different than the first in the series "Red Dragon". But will keep you on your toes just as much.In "The Silence of the Lambs" we follow FBI trainee Clarice Starling who gets caught up in the search for the Tennesse Governors Daughter who dissappears. This search ends up leading her to the world known cannibal, Hannibal Lecter. What starts as business meetings between the two, turns into a game for Lecter. If he gives out info to Clarice, she must in return tell him of her life. Soon it seems that Clarice becomes a major infatuation of Lecters that just makes this already suspensfull novel even more thrilling. If you have seen the amazing movie and liked it, as most of u did. You will love this book. The movie follows the book very well. But as always, there is much more to learn by reading the book. I would highly advise reading this great book by Thomas Harris, you will not regret it.
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Summary: Fascinating
Review: I read "Silence of the Lambs" long before I ever watched the movie. The movie was therefore, a slight disappointment for me as I think they really failed to truly capture the suspense the Harris is so adept at weaving. Hannibal Lecture is truly one of the most fascinating characters that has ever been created. (In my humble opinion, of course) Harris truly sensed what he could do with this work as he created just enough trickery at the end to ensure a sequel. Dr. Lecture has that unique ability to get into someone's mind, but he met his match in Clarice Starling. In the end, they both sacrificed little portions of their personal histories to get something out of each other. For Clarice, the information she obtained ensured her acclamation as a modern heroine. For Dr. Lecture, the chance to renew his participation in "real world" revived his spirit and utlimately led to his escape. Serial killers happen to be a particular fascination of mine and no one quite matches the lore of Hannibal Lecture. This is a must read!
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Summary: If you liked the film . . .
Review: As I have seen the film of the same name many times, I already understood the gruesome goal that piqued Jame Gumb's mind as he killed each of his victims and earned the name 'Buffalo Bill'. However, being aware of the murderer's intentions did not detract from the overall reading, rather it allowed me the freedom to analyze Harris' work from a craftsman's perspective and pay closer attention to the baited hints Hannibal Lector tosses to Clarice Starling akin to bits of bread flicked to greedy birds. These scenes between Lector and Starling are electrifying in their simplicity and nuanced with a psychological tension so taut it leaves the reader gritting his teeth and sucking in his breath. Harris' juxtaposition of Lector's insidious disregard for anything that barricades his way, with his refined tastes and superior brain powers creates a personality that evokes a fascinating blend of revulsion and admiration. Like Starling, we are titillated and repulsed--little flies in Lector's spiderweb.
The film covers the novel's ground to near perfection, so anyone who has seen and enjoyed the film knows what to expect. Crawford's character in the book is fleshed out with a little more detail regarding his personal life. Such details plunge the reader deeper into the dark world of criminal investigation where sleepless nights and stark conditions supercede any of the press-generated glory from a real time quality-of-life standpoint.
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Summary: You will still hear the lambs screaming after you read this!
Review: Yet another great read from Harris! Superb! Though I didn't enjoy is as much as "Red Dragon" I still absolutely loved it! Harris has an amazing way of captivating his reader, forcing the reader to constantly think about what you think is going to happen. Unlike Harris's previous novel "Red Dragon", you hear more and learn more about Hannibal Lecter as well as the murderer, Jame Gumb. Though I was slightly dissapointed that Gumb was not talked about as much as Dolarhyde was in "Red Dragon", Gumb was also a highly absorbing character. I guarantee, "The Silence of the Lambs" will stay in your memory forever! Stunning!
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Summary: His Best Book
Review: You know I have read all of Harris's books and I must say that The Silence of the Lambs is his best book. A serial killer is on the loose. A female FBI agent, in training, that seems to be able to communicate with a sociopath who can help solve the case is called in to help. The killer kidnaps a new victim and the clock starts again. While Red Dragon first introduces Hannibal Lecter this book shows us who he is. The character development is excellent and the writing is good. I have no complaints.
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Summary: The Silence of the lambs
Review: I read the book, "The Silence of the Lambs", written by Thomas Harris. On a scale from 1 to 5 (with five being the highest) I give it a 5. It's definately a 5 because the details are extraodinary. The Silence of the lambs is a fast paced book, which makes it hard to put down. There is never a dull moment. Thomas Harris is an excellent writer. The charecters Hannibal Lector and Clarice Starlingare each unique, and the psycological aspects of this book, are outstanding. "well, Clarice, have the lambs stopped screaming?" (Harris p.366). Harris' amazing use of words and interaction between charecters makes this book "spine-tingling" and "master of suspense," claims the Boston Herald. In this book you can follow Clarice Starling, a trainee of behavioral science unit of the F.B.I as she tried to find a deadly serial killer on the loose. As well as tracking the killer, she is beginning to learn the psycological games of the one and only Dr.Hannibal Lector as he is locked away in a dark prison chamber. If you are into suspenseful, scary, mystery-horror books, then "The Silence of the Lambs" is definately a book that you should check out. If you liked Hannibal by Thomas Harris or "Felony Murder" by Joseph T. Klempher, you will love this book.
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Summary: Killer Thriller
Review: In Thomas Harris's Silence of the Lambs, he truly characterizes what a horror story is. His creation of horror: Dr. Hannibal Lecter. Lecter is a former psychologist who has turned into a man eating mind manipulating criminal. After eating 9 people, he is finally caught and put in jail. Harris has put this villain and its counterpart Clarice Starling, a FBI hopeful, into a story with nonstop suspense and action. Not only does it involve the horrifying and deceptive Hannibal Lecter but also the murderous Buffalo Bill. Bill is a nationwide known killer who terrifies any woman of being killed and then skinned. Clarice and other FBI agents are responsible to find Buffalo Bill and the only way to get information about him is through Dr. Lecter. This book is for anyone that likes thrillers that never have a boring situation or scene. The book is a classic, a masterpiece I truly will cherish for the rest of my years.
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Summary: Silence of the Lambs...hardback
Review: I loved this book, really good, and I recommend that you read it. The movie is one of my all-time favorites, I could watch it over and over. I like Hannibal, but to me, even though it was a different story and storyline, it wasn't the same without Jodie Foster in it. Great movie and book.
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Summary: The Silence Of The Lambs - By Thomas Harris
Review: "I ate his liver with some fava beans and a big Amarone." The movie replaced "Amarone" with "Chianti" because people are more familiar with the drink, Chianti. "The Silence Of The Lambs", I thought, was a very powerful novel because it had so many references to everyday challenges and difficulties. I believe that Thomas Harris, the author, is a remarkable writer that expresses his ideas vividly. When he writes to state what his character feels he doesn't just insert words like, "nice" or "mad" or "sad". He writes in what the character would actually say if he/she were real. He does an implausible job of keeping the reader interested and intrigued by the story's plot and storyline. He makes sure to keep each and every character as important as another character. Harris creates very graphic thrillers, which is a good thing so you have a clear image in your head. I would definitely recommend this novel to anyone and everyone who is even remotely a fan of thrillers because I guarantee this book will make your time well worth it. Once you pick this book up I promise you will not be able to put it down. However, if you do happen to unintentionally put it down, just simply slowly pick it back up and start reading again like it never occurred and may you somehow forgive yourself for putting down such a powerful and meaningful book.
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