Patricia Highsmith
Patricia Highsmith (1921 – 1995) was an American novelist.
“Patricia Highsmith is known for being one of the greatest psychological thriller writers of all time.” David Baldacci.
“I think Patricia Highsmith, at one stage, was much more appreciated in Europe than she was in America, even though she was American by birth.” Simon Brett.
Books by Patricia Highsmith
“Patricia Highsmith is known for being one of the greatest psychological thriller writers of all time. The plot for Strangers on a Train is not as complicated as you might think it would otherwise be. But it’s really driven by the characterisations of the main protagonists.” Read more...
David Baldacci, Novelist
The Talented Mr Ripley
by Patricia Highsmith
The first Ripley novel, we are introduced to suave Tom Ripley, newly arrived in the heady world of Manhattan.
Interviews where books by Patricia Highsmith were recommended
The Best Classic Thrillers, recommended by Lucy Atkins
Every week, dozens of new thrillers appear in bookshops. But, often, the classic ones are the best of all. If you haven’t read any of these five yet, you have a treat in store.
The Best Whodunnits, recommended by Simon Brett
When it comes to whodunnits, the latest ones aren’t always the best. Veteran crime writer Simon Brett talks us through some of his all-time favourites.
The Best Mystery Books, recommended by David Baldacci
The best mystery books are completely unputdownable and addictive, the entertainment they provide more portable than watching TV and so much more satisfying than looking at your phone. Bestselling author David Baldacci, one of the masters of the genre and a passionate advocate for literacy and reading, talks us through some of the best mystery books ever written—as well as the contemporary authors he most admires.
