Vertigo by Boileau-Narcejac
From Among the Dead
The novel is a psychological thriller that follows a retired police detective suffering from acrophobia, who is hired to follow a friend's wife, believed to be possessed by a spirit. As he becomes increasingly obsessed with her, he is drawn into a complex web of deceit, identity, and manipulation. The story explores themes of obsession, guilt, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion, culminating in a haunting and tragic conclusion that leaves the protagonist grappling with the consequences of his actions and the depths of his own psyche.
The 15786th greatest book of all time
Purchase from
Amazon
- Published
- 1954
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- French
- Avg User Rating
-
(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
-
- D'entre les morts
- From Among the Dead
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following 1 lists:
- The 100 Best Thrillers according to Télérama (Télérama)