長いお別れ (ハヤカワ・ミステリ文庫 (HM 7-1))

Philip Marlowe's worldview feels both cynical and deeply human. I wonder what personal or societal influences shaped his character.

The pacing is deliberate, but I found myself more engaged as the story unfolded. Was that the author's intention to build tension gradually?

His sharp dialogue and vivid descriptions set a mood that's hard to replicate. I wonder what influenced his distinctive voice.