“They were not friends. They didn't know each other. It struck Tom like a horrible truth, true for all time, true for the people he had known in the past and for those he would know in the future: each had stood and would stand before him, and he would know time and time again that he would never know them, and the worst was that there would always be the illusion, for a time, that he did know them, and that he and they were completely in harmony and alike. For an instant the wordless shock of his realization seemed more than he could bear.”
Quote by Patricia Highsmith
Work
Talented Mr. Ripley ; Ripley under ground ; Ripley's game
The series consists of three novels: 'The Talented Mr. Ripley,' 'Ripley Under Ground,' and 'Ripley's Game.' Each novel follows the exploits of Tom Ripley, a man who becomes increasingly adept at assuming new identities and manipulating others for his own gain. The series is known for its intricate plot twists and psychological depth. more
Author
Patricia Highsmith
Patricia Highsmith was an American novelist renowned for her psychological thrillers. Her works often delve into the darker aspects of human nature, particularly themes of loneliness and fear. Her most famous works include 'The Price of Salt' and 'The Glass House'. more
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