Literary Redhead's Reviews > Lesson in Red

I was reminded of William Faulkner when I read Maria Hummel’s latest art world mystery, LESSON IN RED. Both use innovative but abstruse storytelling structures. Faulkner, with his unpunctuated stream-of-consciousness; Hummel, with a chaotic narrative that lacks timelines or clearly defined characters.

Both show the world through a cloudy lens, reflecting the blurred edges of real life. Now Faulkner grew on me after time and study. I suspect Hummel will too. Recommended for literary readers who appreciate fresh writing styles.

3 of 3 Stars

Pub Date 01 Jun 2021
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Thanks to the author, Counterpoint Press, and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.