Sensational. Readers who appreciate fine writing will find all the elements present in Ron Hansen’s latest novel, A Wild Surge of Guilty Passion. The characters and plot are drawn from a real crime from New York in the 1920’s. Ruth Synder’s unhappy marriage to Alfred sets the stage for her affair with Judd Gray, a traveling corset salesman, and Alfred’s murder. Hansen soars in bringing to life the depth of each key character and the sensuality and sensational aspects of their lives. Readers may not empathize with these characters, but they become believable and their passion is real. Crime and punishment are presented with a precision in writing that many readers will find enjoyable.Rating: Four-star (Highly Recommended)
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