Vic and many of his neighbours begin to move on from the event, though some – particularly Don Wilson, a local pulp writer – begin to idly suspect him of foul play. His death is attributed to a cramp, though Melinda is immediately suspicious of her husband. Impulsively, Vic drowns Charley, exits the pool, and feigns surprise when his body is discovered.
One night, at a party given at the home of one of their neighbours, the Cowans, Vic and Charley find themselves alone in the Cowans' backyard swimming pool.
Melinda begins a new relationship with a local pianist, Charley De Lisle. When the real murderer is apprehended, Vic's claims are interpreted by the community as dark jokes. Vic becomes fascinated with the unsolved murder of one of Melinda's former lovers, Malcolm McRae, and, in order to successfully drive away her current fling, takes credit for the killing. Their loveless marriage is held together only by a precarious arrangement whereby, in order to avoid the messiness of divorce, Melinda is allowed to take any number of lovers as long as she does not desert her family. Vic and Melinda Van Allen are a couple in the small town of Little Wesley. It was brought back into print in the United States in 2003 by W. It is Highsmith's fifth published novel, the working title originally being The Dog in the Manger.
being hunted.Deep Water is a psychological thriller novel by Patricia Highsmith, first published in 1957 by Harper & Brothers. stalking/killing innocents Crime Thriller - Yes Is MAIN CHARACTER an EVIL criminal? - Yes General Crime (including known murderer) - Yes If story PRIMARILY about main chr. Kid or adult book? - Adult or Young Adult Book (people, objects, places) 20% Tone of story - suspenseful (sophisticated fear) of violence and chases 30% Planning/preparing, gather info, debate puzzles/motives 20% Feelings, relationships, character bio/development 30% How society works & physical descript.
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