A witness. Such a simple concept - and yet for Dexter Morgan, a perfectly well-disguised serial killer, the possibility of a witness is terrifying. As an upstanding blood-spatter analyst for the Miami Police, Dexter has always managed to keep the darker side of his life out of the spotlight. An expert at finding truly bad people - murderers who've long escaped justice - and giving them his own special attention. But now someone has seen him in the act. Dexter is being followed, manipulated and mimicked, leading him to realise that no one likes to have a double - especially when his double's goal is to kill him. Like the five previously bestselling novels in the Dexter series, Jeff Lindsay demonstrates the witty, macabre originality that has propelled Dexter to international success.
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The hit TV series has only added to the appeal of darkly devious Dexter (Alex Gordon PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH )
Hilariously gruesome...Jeff Lindsay's cynical wit makes it fly. (Mark Sanderson SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )
Lindsay's trademake dark humour makes this an enjoyably macabre addition to the canon. (Laura Wilson THE GUARDIAN )
Wicked, provoking, it breathes new life into the thriller genre. (BUZZ MAGAZINE )
As entertainingly idiosyncratic as usual, and there are the usual quirky pleasures galore here, delivered with the customary Lindsay panache. (GOOD BOOK GUIDE )
Hilariously gruesome...Jeff Lindsay's cynical wit makes it fly. (Mark Sanderson SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )
Lindsay's trademake dark humour makes this an enjoyably macabre addition to the canon. (Laura Wilson THE GUARDIAN )
Wicked, provoking, it breathes new life into the thriller genre. (BUZZ MAGAZINE )
As entertainingly idiosyncratic as usual, and there are the usual quirky pleasures galore here, delivered with the customary Lindsay panache. (GOOD BOOK GUIDE )
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By Mr. G. Battle
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Format:Hardcover
There has been a fluffy feel to the Dexter series of late, with children (warped ones), love interests (sort of) and some internal rambling monologues (some still present). Lindsay returns to top form in Double Dexter, a book full to the brim of self-loathing and a killer plot which twists and turns in very unpredictable ways. The dark humour is very similar to that of the first novel; pitch black and the humour derived from Dex's incomprehension of those around him is right on the nail. There are a few predictable plot mechanics which are delivered in a fashion which still shocks and ultimately this is good fun from start to finale. Double Dexter is smart crime fiction in the vein of Hiassen (more Florida based wackiness) and is a great read.
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By J. Owen
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These books are a great read in their own right and bear only a passing resemblance to the tv series. Sometimes though you wish the scriptwriters would pick up some of the great plots from the books and this is one of those.
Loved it and will be reading the next as soon as its published!
Loved it and will be reading the next as soon as its published!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I found myself unable to put this book down once I had started it. I'm a big fan of all of the Dexter books, Jeff Lindsay's writing style is extremely appealing. For anyone new to the series (and if you are I suggest starting with Darkly Dreaming Dexter which is the first book in the series, and read the rest of the series in sequential order to get the most out of them) Dexter is a serial killer, with a difference. He only kills bad guys.
This basic premise of this novel, that of a witness, is excellent. It really puts the pressure on Dexter in a way he hasn't been through before, he has been threatened before, a lot, but never has the tension as high as it is now. Add to that the return of his brother earlier in the series, who is forming a stronger bond with Rita and Dexters step kids, plus house hunting with Rita, Dexter is really up against it this time.
There is a sub plot with Rita, which I won't spoil, which Jeff Lindsay cleverly manipulates the story so that the reader has a good idea what's going on in her head, whilst Dexter is completely clueless. I think this is a touch of genius, since the story is told from the point of view of Dexter who doesn't even suspect something is up, never mind being to work out what it is, whilst we, the reader, have a pretty good idea, or at least strong suspicions, what Rita is thinking. Dexters blind spot being down to the fact that emotions are such an alien concept to him.
This brings me onto one of the other excellent things about this series. Dexter is so convinced he is different from other humans, and doesn't feel emotion, yet his thoughts and actions show otherwise.... Read more ›
This basic premise of this novel, that of a witness, is excellent. It really puts the pressure on Dexter in a way he hasn't been through before, he has been threatened before, a lot, but never has the tension as high as it is now. Add to that the return of his brother earlier in the series, who is forming a stronger bond with Rita and Dexters step kids, plus house hunting with Rita, Dexter is really up against it this time.
There is a sub plot with Rita, which I won't spoil, which Jeff Lindsay cleverly manipulates the story so that the reader has a good idea what's going on in her head, whilst Dexter is completely clueless. I think this is a touch of genius, since the story is told from the point of view of Dexter who doesn't even suspect something is up, never mind being to work out what it is, whilst we, the reader, have a pretty good idea, or at least strong suspicions, what Rita is thinking. Dexters blind spot being down to the fact that emotions are such an alien concept to him.
This brings me onto one of the other excellent things about this series. Dexter is so convinced he is different from other humans, and doesn't feel emotion, yet his thoughts and actions show otherwise.... Read more ›
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Dickydotcom
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This one really builds on the characters in the previous books. Although the book would stand alone it definitely helps to have read the others first.
It had me hooked pretty much from start to finish. I think it took me three days to read.
There are always some good twists in the Dexter plots but this book was impossible for me to predict where it was going right up to the end.
Dick D
It had me hooked pretty much from start to finish. I think it took me three days to read.
There are always some good twists in the Dexter plots but this book was impossible for me to predict where it was going right up to the end.
Dick D
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Cloggie Downunder
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Format:Hardcover
Double Dexter is the 6th in the popular Dexter series by Jeff Lindsay. When his latest playdate is witnessed by an unknown man, Dexter, our favourite serial killer with a conscience, suffers a great deal of anxiety, wondering if life as he knows and loves it is over. But it seems his witness chooses to follow in his footsteps, then blog about it, and Dexter decides he needs to remove this copycat from the land of the living, if only he can find him. But Dexter's understandable arrogance leads him to underestimate his quarry. While the first paragraphs are a bit repetitive, all that waxing lyrical about the moon, we can forgive Lindsay this when we know what is coming will be good. And it is. Dexter's inner monologue is always entertaining, even if he appears to be a self-pitying, inactive Dexter, performing at less than his usual Dexter standard. Not even motherhood has tempered the creative standard of insult and put-down that Dexter's ever-scowling sister, Deborah, manages to achieve. Lindsay reaches new heights with the scatter-brained Rita's hilarious disjointed dialogue, and Dexter's exchanges with Masuoka are always droll. Dexter's complete inability to read human emotions is highlighted and contrasts with his very human total lack of impartiality about his own offspring's abilities. Lindsay skilfully captures the feel of Miami, the humidity, the mindset, and gives us a good dose of irony with Dexter being suspected of a murder he didn't commit. As always, brilliant imagery and plentiful, imaginative D alliteration abound. The only problem with the Dexter series is waiting for the next one to be published.
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Jedd Lindsay has managed to create a characture who whilst being an understandable monster, has charm, a kind of innocent naivety, an honesty, standards that have a weird sort of justice attached to them.He lives like an alien in a strange land, trying to escaped detection, but drawing those of a kindredness to him like a magnet. Because you are sharing his thoughts and reasoning, you almost know him better thatn he knows himself. So you enter a world in which our standard morality is kind of warped, whilst Dexter's growing family and designer lifestyle is becoming the norm. The horror is understated or glossed over, because you view from Dexter's point of view. The story line is well written with style and humour and you are carried along its path, knowing that someday it is all going to catch up with him and his convoluted escapism will go pear shaped and his career will come to a sticky and painful end. However, I hope that day will be a long time comng and that Jeff Lindsay will manage to keep Dexter going for as long as it takes to rid the world of the really Nasties. Dexter is up there with Hannibal and Mr. Ripley in my book..
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Dexter as usual
Its good to see Dexter back on form again, this one feels much better to read that the last two - though as much as I hate to admit it it still doesn't have as developed a plot as... Read more
Published 29 days ago by Will
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One of the better novels of the series!
`Double Dexter` is an amazing instalment to the series. This time
around his daughter is reaching the toddler stage, Rita is adament
about buying a new propert, and dear... Read more
around his daughter is reaching the toddler stage, Rita is adament
about buying a new propert, and dear... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. A. J. Ralph
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Fantastic
Jeff Lindsey is on top form here. I found this a thoroughly absorbing read , with just the right amount of darkness. Fans of the series will love it.
Published 1 month ago by D. J. Bird
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Simply awesome.
It takes someone special to write with this style. Chapters filled with the mundane household goings-on from the pespective of our cherished Dexter would be bland in the hands of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by craig
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Brilliant
Anyone who loves the tv show must read where it came from, brilliant chain of books & excellent value for money
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I rated this five star as it was good quality and arrived quicker than i expected. I would recommend this product to anyone. Very pleased.
Published 3 months ago by Hannah
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The best Dexter yet.
Great read. The best Dexter yet. Would recommend this to all Dexter fans. Superbly dark with the usual dry humour.
Published 3 months ago by stu bell
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
good Dexter novel
Jeff Lindsays writing is very easy to read
Would make an ideal present
Highly recommended for the price
Jeff Lindsays writing is very easy to read
Would make an ideal present
Highly recommended for the price
Published 3 months ago by Andrea
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dexter is Dark and Daring
Dexter is always good. I enjoyed this book very much. I always buy Dexter books whenever they come out, and so I bought this one on my Kindle
Published 4 months ago by Susan Dunmore
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Another stellar chapter
I was losing hope that Lindsay would write another Dexter book. Not a fan of the cannibalism issue, I was more worried we'd get another and it would be too far fetched. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Carly
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