The Night Of The Hunter by Davis Grubb
Set in the 1930s, the story follows two young siblings, John and Pearl, who are pursued by a sinister preacher named Harry Powell after their father hides stolen money before being executed. Powell, a charismatic yet malevolent figure, marries their unsuspecting mother to get closer to the children and uncover the hidden fortune. As the siblings flee from Powell's relentless pursuit, they find refuge with a kind-hearted woman named Rachel Cooper, who becomes their protector. The novel explores themes of good versus evil, innocence, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of darkness.
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- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)
- The 100 Best Thrillers according to Télérama (Télérama)