Rendez-vous en negro

Woolrich's noir style is so distinctive and immersive. I'm curious whether he aimed for a specific emotional impact or if it evolved naturally during writing.

His relentless pursuit of revenge felt so personal yet so destructive. How did others interpret his motivations — was he a hero or a victim of his own darkness?

The slow unraveling of secrets and emotions created a lingering sense of dread. Do readers think this approach enhances or hampers engagement?