In his work as a Miami crime scene investigator, Dexter Morgan is accustomed to seeing evil deeds. . . particularly because, on occasion, he commits them himself. But Dexter's happy existence is turned upside down when he is called to an unusually disturbing crime scene at the university campus. Dexter's Dark Passenger – mastermind of his homicidal prowess – immediately senses something chillingly recognizable and goes into hiding. Dexter is alone for the first time in his life, and he realizes he's being hunted by a truly sinister adversary. Meanwhile he's planning a wedding and trying to learn how to be a stepfather to his fiancé's two kids – who might just have dark tendencies themselves. Macabre, ironic, and wonderfully entertaining, Dexter in the Dark goes deeper into the psyche of one of the freshest protagonists in recent fiction.
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In Lindsay's third novel to feature endearing Miami cop and serial killer Dexter Morgan (after 2005's Darkly Devoted Dexter), the Dark Passenger, the voice inside Dexter's head that from time to time drives him to the Theme Park of the Unthinkable, inexplicably disappears while Morgan is investigating a gruesome double murder on the University of Miami campus. The crime scene, at which two co-eds were ritualistically burned and beheaded, gives even the human vivisection–loving vigilante the creeps. As the burned and beheaded body count continues to mount, Morgan realizes that the force behind the killings is something even more evil than his Dark Passenger. Though the macabre wit that powered the first two installments of this delightfully dark series (also a hit on TV's Showtime) is still evident, this third entry takes a decidedly deep introspective turn as Dexter is forced to contemplate not only life without his enigmatic companion but also who—or what—he truly is. (Sept.)
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*Starred Review* It's tempting to say the Dexter series keeps getting weirder, but how can a series about a serial killer who works as a blood-splatter expert for the Miami police department get any weirder? In case you've never met him (or watched the television series based on the character), Dexter Morgan, one of the most original and complex protagonists in recent years, is a bright, likable fellow with one flaw: he's a monster. True, he only kills people who deserve it—killers who have escaped justice—but make no mistake, he enjoys what he does, and he does it very well. In this third installment in the series, Dexter is shocked, while working a crime scene, to discover that his Dark Passenger, the evil thing that makes him who he is, has abruptly vanished. Soon after that, and still reeling from the unfamiliar sense of solitude, he learns that he's being stalked by someone more evil than anyone he's encountered in the past. Can Dexter, the psychopath who looks like an ordinary man, survive without his faithful companion? This novel explores new facets of Dexter's multifaceted personality and plumbs new dramatic depths (while never losing the sharp-witted humor that makes the series so perversely enjoyable). For fans of Lindsay's one-of-a-kind creation, it's a must-read. Pitt, David
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
The same forumla won't work every time - and you can't fix with with sci-fi crap
Oct 13 2007
By Xena Torres
Format:Hardcover
Being completely addicted to the first two BRILLIANT Dexter novels as well as the TV show, I was thrilled to read the third book expecting to find more of the same witty and original work that made it impossible for me to put the first two books down.
Book #3 is, in many ways, the same as the first two books. And that's one of the problems - it's getting old now and flat. The problem with a character who doesn't feel emotions or care about other people is they eventually start to get dull, and, unlike the TV series which makes up for this failing in the lead character by expanding the supporting roles, the supporting characters in the novel never get to reach another level. Debs is just standard - sure, the humour is there, but I want more from the one character who knows what Dexter is (and isn't like him).
And while the neat twist with Rita's kids in the second book was quite a shocker and ROCKED, when drawn out and played with in the third book, it's just lame and flat.
Worst of all, what the hell was the writer thinking when he added the COMPLETELY RIDICULOUS sci-fi/paranormal crap? Dexter's Dark Passenger was changed from a brilliant dramatic edge to one of the most unique characters created to a pathedic 'creature' with its own life and backstory. Anytime the book moved into these paranormal elements, my eyes rolled and I would put the book down to finish later. Way to completely ruin your own original vision.
Granted, dispite all that, the book is still enjoyable for the cop sense of humour which always kept me laughing. But humour isn't enough to entertain me, and I was left wanting on the drama.
Book #3 is, in many ways, the same as the first two books. And that's one of the problems - it's getting old now and flat. The problem with a character who doesn't feel emotions or care about other people is they eventually start to get dull, and, unlike the TV series which makes up for this failing in the lead character by expanding the supporting roles, the supporting characters in the novel never get to reach another level. Debs is just standard - sure, the humour is there, but I want more from the one character who knows what Dexter is (and isn't like him).
And while the neat twist with Rita's kids in the second book was quite a shocker and ROCKED, when drawn out and played with in the third book, it's just lame and flat.
Worst of all, what the hell was the writer thinking when he added the COMPLETELY RIDICULOUS sci-fi/paranormal crap? Dexter's Dark Passenger was changed from a brilliant dramatic edge to one of the most unique characters created to a pathedic 'creature' with its own life and backstory. Anytime the book moved into these paranormal elements, my eyes rolled and I would put the book down to finish later. Way to completely ruin your own original vision.
Granted, dispite all that, the book is still enjoyable for the cop sense of humour which always kept me laughing. But humour isn't enough to entertain me, and I was left wanting on the drama.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Steph
Format:Paperback
Not as "wow" as the other Dexter books in the series, but worth the few hours it takes to read it! I enjoyed it - Dexter's character is dark, but when his darkness flees, he's left as helpless and as confused as anyone who has lost their purpose. If you're a fan of the series, I would recommend it. If you're not, read the first couple books first and get to know Dex... it's hard not to get hooked!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Prairie
Format:Paperback
This third novel is a complete disappointment. It's boring - with nothing more happening than Dexter whining and moaning page after page. The sole interesting aspect is Lindsay revealing a banal religious self-righteous attitude that states "gods" other than his own are, of course, "the devil". And, superstitiously, the devil is responsible for psychological aberrations - or evil.
Instead of being a fun and fascinating look into one man's abnormal personality, it becomes a lame adaptation of "the devil made me do it".
For the first time in history a tv series far outshines a novel series. Lindsay has made tv better than books . . .
Instead of being a fun and fascinating look into one man's abnormal personality, it becomes a lame adaptation of "the devil made me do it".
For the first time in history a tv series far outshines a novel series. Lindsay has made tv better than books . . .
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Not my favourite...
This is my least favourite book in the Dexter series. There is something about Dexter being scared that just doesn't sit well with me. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Nicoleabouttown
3.0 out of 5 stars
WHAT WAS THE AUTHOR THINKING?...
This author has created one of the most interesting, introspective characters around, Dexter Morgan, a serial killer who is trying to fit in and find his way around in a word that... Read more
Published on May 1 2009 by Lawyeraau
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not as good as the first two
Dexter in the dark is very different from the first two books by Jeff Lindsay. The central plot and characters are the same, but in this book he brings in the reason Dexter behaves... Read more
Published on Mar 26 2009 by Johan
2.0 out of 5 stars
Please let book #4 be better...
I agree with everything the other reviews have said. I started to read this book as soon as it came out (pretty long ago) and of course I was excited and had high hopes. Read more
Published on Mar 11 2009 by Mary Thomas
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not as great as the others.
Jeff Lindsay lost his touch a little in the book. It was long, and didn't really have the edge that the first two had.
Published on Jan 17 2009 by Kat
3.0 out of 5 stars
"Dexterman" should be the title of this novel.
In the third novel of the Dexter trilogy, Jeff Lindsay transforms the genius serial killer into a Hollywood superhero. Read more
Published on Jan 2 2008 by Paul Rossignol
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