Ruthless

William C. De Mille

Fiction | Short Story | Adult

Book Brief

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William C. De Mille

Ruthless

Fiction | Short Story | Adult

Book Details

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Country House • 1920s

Audience

Adult

Super Short Summary

In "Ruthless" by William C. De Mille, a person sets a trap to punish a potential thief breaking into their home. The individual's actions reveal themes of justice and morality, exploring the consequences of seeking retribution. The narrative subtly questions the boundaries between right and wrong through suspenseful storytelling.

Dark

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

3.3

42 ratings

43%

Loved it

40%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Review Roundup

Ruthless by William C. De Mille offers a gripping tale with sharply drawn characters and tense atmosphere. While the narrative explores themes of morality, some critics find the plot predictable. The concise storytelling captivates, but the predictable twist might leave some wanting more complexity. Overall, it's a compelling read with a strong moral undertone.

Who Should Read Ruthless?

A reader who enjoys Ruthless by William C. De Mille likely appreciates suspenseful short stories with psychological twists. Comparable to The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe, this audience enjoys moral dilemmas and ironic endings, favoring stories that explore human nature and motivations.

3.3