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Crime (Paperback)

by Irvine Welsh (Author)
3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Jonathan Cape Ltd (3 Jul 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0224080539
  • ISBN-13: 978-0224080538
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 7,099 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The Times, Doug Johnstone
'"Crime" is by some distance Welsh's most restrained and thoughtful work...Welsh's take is surprisingly considered and compassionate'.


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"One for readers with strong stomachs but soft hearts"

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good, 16 Jul 2008
By Berkeley A. King (Piedmont, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crime (Hardcover)
Welsh has never let me down with a novel or short story, and he kept up the great work here. Any other author right now that seems to be putting out a lot of work has chucked out glorified novellas and called them novels. I really can't say a single bad thing about this book. It is a true mature novel. The character development was great. The writing itself was brilliant. Welsh created scenes that made you feel exactly how he wanted you to. If you want Trainspotting part 47 or Filth part 2 don't bother with this because it is completely different. I am not a guy who gives you the entire synopsis in a review, all I can say is that if you want a great, great book to spend some uncomfortable time with, this is one to get.
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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, shoddy and out of his depth, 21 Jul 2008
I was very disappointed with 'Crime.' Welsh has been off the boil for a while now, and I was hoping 'Crime' might be a return to form. The novel starts promisingly enough, but one soon senses Welsh is out of his depth in attempting both the Florida setting and the serious theme of child abuse. The real failure is the character of Tianna - the abused child screwed up copper Ray Lennox tries to save - she was wholly unbelievable and I was never convinced by her friendship with Lennox. Most of the dialogue between this couple was totally unconvincing - one sensed Welsh was really struggling with his subject. Likewise, the writing became increasingly sloppy, with a tendency to tell rather than show and an overall preferance for crude observations and generalisations. There were some promising moments, but 'Crime' has none of the black humour or gritty authenticity of Welsh's wonderful early work.
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5 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprised at the negativity, to be honest....., 30 Aug 2008
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I have to say that I was rather surprised to see the less than complementary reviews about this book. Yes, perhaps it is a departure from his normal writings, but this novel retains enough of Mr Welsh's innovative style and dark humour to leave fans satisfied. I thought it was an excellent novel that shows maturity and hope for more, and quickly. Actually, what I would really like to read is a prequel to "Filth", so if you don't mind....
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4.0 out of 5 stars Yet another good read
Mr Welsh cannot really do wrong. All his books make for a great (if not slightly strange) read. This is by no means his best work but it is still worth a look.

Published 2 months ago by Campbell79

5.0 out of 5 stars another good un'
This is another wee gem from Irvine Welsh. i love irvine Welsh books and aws alwasy he has the ability to transport you into the book and create some images. Very gripping book.
Published 5 months ago by N. Morrison

3.0 out of 5 stars Hit and Miss but ultimately worth reading.
Irvine has produced an uncomfortable read this time. Crime is a book that makes you think and confront some issues you'd rather not know about. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Quality Reader

1.0 out of 5 stars Riding on past success
As an aspiring writer, I would be embarrassed if I wrote such drivel. In fact, I'm surprised anyone published it, except of course that Welsh's name sells rather better than his... Read more
Published 7 months ago by K. Russell

4.0 out of 5 stars intelligent, clever, witty, dark....blummin' good read


what amazes me about Mr Welsh is that his writing skills are so diverse, he can adapt to such a variety of writing styles and he does them to perfection... Read more
Published 8 months ago by rebecca moore

1.0 out of 5 stars Has Irvine been reading Will Self?
I was quite enjoying this latest offering from Welsh, although it is by no means as well-written, or as "clever" as his previous novels. Read more
Published 10 months ago by C. Bailes

1.0 out of 5 stars Dull and overwritten.
I've always believed the thriller/crime novel was beyond the British. This one by Welsh confirms my belief.
Dull! Overwritten! Read more
Published 10 months ago by Al Stubbino

2.0 out of 5 stars Straight Up and Down
I doubt this review will give away much more than you can infer from the others, least I hope it won't. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mr. J. Harvey

5.0 out of 5 stars his best work in years!
I loved this book. Having read all of Welsh's books he seems to scatter some truly exceptional works (Trainspotting, Marabou Stork Nightmares, Porno & Glue) amongst some... Read more
Published 11 months ago by K. Mitchell

2.0 out of 5 stars Writing a thriller is harder than you think..
Scottish cop recovering from paedophilia case and coke addiction goes on holiday to Florida only to find himself embroiled in yet more coke and paedophilia. Read more
Published 11 months ago by A. Miles

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