Having looked at a couple of the reviews before I read this graphic novel, I was worried that I had made a mistake. The reviews had complained about the artwork and readability of the story. However, I decided to go ahead with the novel. I did not see any of the issues identified. I felt the artwork was well-done and the held true to the original story. The book was a quick read and hard to put down. If you are a fan of older detective mysteries, you will enjoy this book. A good read.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I am not sure if there is a formatting issue for the digital books, but perhaps the print copy might be better.

I am normally a fan of Raymond Chandler, so why wouldn’t I love this, right?

This book, the format, is almost unreadable. It reads like a killer’s ransom note, with the text being different fonts and sizes. The art is not much better.

I’m hoping something got lost on the transition from print to digital. Until then, I’m going to have to give it two stars. I liked what I could understand, but it was not a great reading experience.

Thank you to Netgalley and Pantheon for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

You have to admire the chutzpah in thinking you've got something to add to Raymond Chandler -- though picking a good-not-great short story improves the odds. Sadly, the additions glaring in their inelegance; if they do anything positive, it's to highlight how economical and perfect Chandler's dialogue, plotting, and world view remains after all these years.

Underneath the clunky changes and earnest attempt at a new subplot (which destroys the smarts of the original's very smart finale), there's still a time example of a high end Black Mask story here. The illustration is good, maybe a little soft and cartoony for my taste; the layout is phenomenal and inventive in a way few illustrators approach the medium.

A great graphic novel adaptation of a noir classic. Hopefully will expose readers to the classic that is Chandler. Will order for my library.

Graphic novel adaptation of a Raymond Chandler novella that underwhelms. The art frustrates, not being terrible but also not allowing for a easy or enjoyable reading experience.