The Rage (World Noir) by Gene Kerrigan, Paperback Mystery Novel
Product description
Paperback format gives The Rage a familiar, easy-to-handle book form for reading at home or taking along. Written by Gene Kerrigan, it is part of the World Noir series. Its crime-fiction focus makes it a natural fit for readers drawn to international mysteries and police procedurals.
Spec sheet
- Author: Gene Kerrigan
- Format: Paperback
- Series: World Noir
- Publication date: February 5, 2013
- Dimensions: 5.29 x 0.93 x 8.19 inches
- Weight: 13.8 ounces
Tips for day-to-day use
The paperback format suits a regular reading routine, whether you settle in with it at home or bring it along for a reading break. Its dimensions and weight give you practical details to consider when choosing a book to carry or place on a shelf. The World Noir series label also helps readers identify it as part of a collection focused on crime fiction.
Readers deciding between a crime-centered mystery and a book in another fiction genre can use the listing’s police procedural and international mystery classifications as a guide. This title is especially relevant for a reading list built around crime fiction, rather than one focused on a different genre.
Best use cases
The Rage suits readers looking for a crime story with an international setting and an interest in police work. Some readers highlight its contemporary Dublin setting, character development, and the way the story’s elements come together. Comments also point to details about police life and gangland crime in Dublin, making those subjects a useful guide for readers choosing their next mystery.
Reader reactions to the pacing are mixed: some describe it as gripping and fast-moving, while others say it takes time to get going. That makes it a good match for readers who value character and story development alongside suspense, rather than choosing a book solely for an immediately rapid pace.
Before you decide
What format is The Rage? It is listed as a paperback, with dimensions of 5.29 x 0.93 x 8.19 inches and a weight of 13.8 ounces.
Is it part of a series? Yes. The book is identified as part of the World Noir series.
What kind of story can readers expect? It is categorized as international mystery and crime and as a police procedural. Reader comments also describe a contemporary Dublin setting and crime-related themes.
When it makes sense
Choose The Rage when you want a paperback crime novel by Gene Kerrigan and are interested in international mystery, police procedural themes, or Dublin crime fiction. Its World Noir series connection and the reported emphasis on characters and setting give readers concrete reasons to consider it for a crime-focused reading list.