In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
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Book Reviews of In Cold Blood
Book Review: In Cold Blood
Summary: 5 Stars
After seeing the movie, "Capote", I knew I had to read Truman Capote's book "In Cold Blood", a book I never before had the desire to read. I was struck by the almost unpeakable saddness bordering on rage that I felt over the wanton and utterly senseless murder ot the Clutter family. It is a deeply affecting book, so much so that it interrupted my sleep more than a few nights!
Having read the book and viewed the two recent films on the subject, I can certainly understand why "In Cold Blood" was the last book Capote ever wrote. He burned himself out having become so emotionally involved that the whole thing consumed him.
Book Review: Stunning
Summary: 5 Stars
This was truly a work of genius and I can't believe I waited this long to read it. The "backstory" -- Capote's life, Harper Lee's profound contributions to this work, as well as Capote's complete failure to acknowledge her contribution -- is fascinating on its own. The novel itself lives up to its reputation, and has an ageless, universal quality. It is incredibly thought-provoking, and Capote plumbs the depths of the subject matter like a true master. He apparently was a rather despicable person, but with this work he has made a significant contribution to the race of humans he lived among so uncomfortably.Book Review: Great read
Summary: 5 Stars
My interest in this book stemmed from the Hoffman film. It turns out to be a fantastic read. Investigation into the book prior to reading talked about how violent and disturbing it was, but it struck me as being more sad than anything. What happened to the family was horrible, yet the sympathy that I think Capote was trying to evoke for the murderer, which I didn't want to associate with. Didn't really appreciate the seemingly contrived end meeting, but probably had more to do with finishing Frey's fairytale. Highly recommend.Book Review: Third time around "In Cold Blood"
Summary: 5 Stars
This was my third copy - thanks to lending and forgetting to reclaim. Every so often I re-read it, making it my own "cult classic". What a story - still grim but exciting after all these years. This time around, I also had to re-purchase "To Kill a Mockingbird" - lost from the same causes as "In Cold Blood". I enjoyed a week of reading both books and delving into more research regarding the long relationship between Capote and Lee.Book Review: Sensational
Summary: 5 Stars
To keep it short and sharp: I have read all the classics (Tolstoy, Twain, Austin, Orwell, Fitzgerald ect ect), and I know this isn't technically a novel, but In Cold Blood stands the test of time and still remains as the most enjoyable and well written book I have ever picked up.
One other thing: this is still the only example I have found where I would recommend watching the movie BEFORE reading the book.