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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Auteur(s): John Berendt
Narrateur(s): Jeff Woodman, Will Damron, John Berendt
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 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • An enormously engaging portrait of a most beguiling Southern city: “Elegant and wicked.... [This] might be the first true-crime book that makes the reader want to book a bed and breakfast for an extended weekend at the scene of the crime." —The New York Times Book Review

Shots rang out in Savannah's grandest mansion in the misty,early morning hours of May 2, 1981. Was it murder or self-defense? For nearly a decade, the shooting and its aftermath reverberated throughout this hauntingly beautiful city of moss-hung oaks and shaded squares. John Berendt's sharply observed, suspenseful, and witty narrative reads like a thoroughly engrossing novel, and yet it is a work of nonfiction. Berendt skillfully interweaves a hugely entertaining first-person account of life in this isolated remnant of the Old South with the unpredictable twists and turns of a landmark murder case.

It is a spellbinding story peopled by a gallery of remarkable characters: the well-bred society ladies of the Married Woman's Card Club; the turbulent young redneck gigolo; the hapless recluse who owns a bottle of poison so powerful it could kill every man, woman, and child in Savannah; the aging and profane Southern belle who is the "soul of pampered self-absorption"; the uproariously funny black drag queen; the acerbic and arrogant antiques dealer; the sweet-talking, piano-playing con artist; young blacks dancing the minuet at the black debutante ball; and Minerva, the voodoo priestess who works her magic in the graveyard at midnight. These and other Savannahians act as a Greek chorus, with Berendt revealing the alliances, hostilities, and intrigues that thrive in a town where everyone knows everyone else.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is a sublime and seductive reading experience. Brilliantly conceived and masterfully written, this true-crime book has become a modern classic.©1994 by John Berendt; (P)1995 by Random House Audio Publishing, Inc., All Rights Reserved Under International and Pan-American Copyright Conventions, Reproduced by Arrangement with Random House Audio Publishing, Inc. Amériques Coutumes et traditions Meurtre Sciences sociales True Crime États-Unis Crime Magique Tradition Sorcellerie

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“Forceful, clear, gripping, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is the best nonfiction novel since In Cold Blood and a lot more entertaining, since Berendt’s book has everything going for it—snobbism ruthless power, voodoo, local color, and a totally evil estheticism. I read it till dawn.”—Edmund White

“John Berendt has written a gorgeous and haunting blend of travel book and murder mystery. It is enchanting and disturbing and deeply atmospheric.”—Michael Herr

“John Berendt has the ability to make the truth read like an exciting novel. This book is original, funny, and bleak—and it beckons quite alluringly to armchair adventurers who are as curious about human nature as about the nature of certain places. I finished reading it convinced that Savannah, may be the greatest performance artist of our day.”—Ann Beattie

“All the old passions are on parade through New South Savannah in John Berendt’s wickedly funny new book.”—Richard Russo

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I’ve been aware of this book (and movie) for years but never read it, and now I understand the hype - it is phenomenal. When it finished, I literally said out loud “wow, what a story!” The real-life characters of Savannah captured my heart, and I will definitely visit them again with repeat listens. Such an entertaining book, definitely worth a read!

A classic for a reason

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I got this book based on so many positive reviews. Indeed, the performance is sensational! But I had trouble with the book itself. The first half felt more like a parade of Savannah’s peculiar characters with not much story linking them together.
Eventually, it became enjoyable enough, especially when taking into account that it is based on a true story.

Not what I expected

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Love the book didn't love the ending. It's a true story so what are you going to do though?

Great book

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What an exciting and lively book! All of the characters are fantastic and it just makes you want to head down to Savannah to check it all out! So well written! Enjoy!!

Oh, what fun!

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#43 Book and Movie Review:

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
*Overview*
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, a non-fiction novel by John Berendt, explores the eccentric characters and mysterious events in Savannah, Georgia. The book was adapted into a film directed by Clint Eastwood in 1997.

*Book Review*
The book is a fascinating and memorable read, with unforgettable characters like Jim Williams and the Lady Chablis. Berendt's writing brings the atmosphere of Savannah to life, drawing the reader into the world of the story.

*Movie Review*
The 1997 film adaptation is a decent representation of the book, capturing the essence of the story. While opinions may vary, the movie does justice to the original material, bringing the characters and events to life in a different way.

*Comparison*
Both the book and movie offer unique experiences, with the book providing a deeper dive into the characters and atmosphere, and the movie bringing the story to life visually. Fans of the book may appreciate the movie as a companion piece, while those who saw the film first may want to explore the book for a more in-depth look.

*Recommendation*
If you're interested in Southern Gothic tales, mysterious events, or just a good story, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is worth checking out in either book or movie form.

Debra Marie McCauley 2025

WONDERFUL READ,

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