The Other Side of Midnight
The Other Side of Midnight
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1940s
1975
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Other Side of Midnight by Sidney Sheldon follows the intertwined lives of individuals involved in love, betrayal, and revenge across World War II and post-war periods. It explores themes of power, manipulation, and passion, illustrating the lengths to which people will go to fulfill their desires.
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Review Roundup
The Other Side of Midnight by Sidney Sheldon intertwines romance, power, and betrayal in a gripping narrative. Readers praise its fast-paced plot and unexpected twists. However, some criticize its melodramatic tone and character clichés. Overall, it's a captivating but polarizing read that appeals to fans of dramatic thrillers.
Who Should Read The Other Side of Midnight?
A reader who enjoys suspenseful, fast-paced novels with intricate plots and complex characters would be captivated by The Other Side of Midnight by Sidney Sheldon. Fans of Judith Krantz's Scruples and Jackie Collins' Hollywood Wives would find similar pleasure in this glamorous yet dark narrative.
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The Other Side of Midnight was Sidney Sheldon's third novel, published in 1973, and it helped solidify his reputation as a master of the suspense genre.
Sidney Sheldon, originally known for his work as a screenwriter and playwright, won an Academy Award before becoming a bestselling novelist.
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The novel's success led to a film adaptation in 1977, directed by Charles Jarrott, which starred Marie-France Pisier and John Beck.
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1940s
1975
Adult
18+ years
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