Brighton Rock Book Review

brighton rock book review

Ida Arnold, a warm-hearted, buxom woman meets 'Hale' an unknown but distinctive stranger who leaves a lasting impression upon her. Following his odd 'disappearing act' - she later hears of his seemingly 'natural' death. However, convinced that something is amiss; she is determined to seek the truth and seek justice.

She learns about the mob responsible for the murder; under the new leadership of an adolescent - 'Pinkie'. A ruthless youth who will stop at nothing for his own self-preservation even if that amounts to ...further loss of life. Meanwhile Rose; is an innocent sixteen year waif who becomes another victim embroiled in a world of corruption.

Plot

Composition of Book

descript. of violence and chases - 10%

Planning/preparing, gather info, debate puzzles/motives - 10%

Feelings, relationships, character bio/development - 70%

How society works & physical descript. (people, objects, places) - 10%

Tone of story - suspenseful (sophisticated fear)

Time/era of story: - 1930's-1950's

Kid or adult book? - Adult or Young Adult Book

Crime Thriller Yes

General Crime (including known murderer) Yes

Who's the criminal enemy here? mobsters

Main Character

Gender - Male

Profession/status: - killer

Age: - teen

Eccentric/Mental: Yes

Eccentric: - deluded

How much violence does he/she use? - a significant amount

Ethnicity/Race - British

How sensitive is this character? - hard edged

Intelligence