再見，吾愛【偵探馬羅系列第二部】
By: 瑞蒙．錢德勒
About This Book
本書三度拍攝成電影。 《再見，吾愛》1940年出版，瑞蒙．錢德勒第二部以洛杉磯私家偵探馬羅為主角的小說，是偵探小說當中難得一見的愛情物語，集浪漫、憂傷、華麗、驚險和死亡於一身。 一宗普通的黑人謀殺案？一張被藏起的少女照片？價值連城的珠寶卻被平價收回？ 事情發生在中央大道一個龍蛇混雜的街區，那時黑人還沒有完全占據那幾個街區。那天馬羅剛從一家理發店走出來，馬羅的客戶說他要找的理髮師可能在那家店工作。 馬羅只是幫理髮師的妻子尋找不回家的先生，卻意外被捲入一樁古怪的愛情故事中：一名身高七呎、才出獄不久的巨漢麋鹿摩洛伊，多年後正在找尋他所摯愛的紅髮歌舞女郎薇瑪，摩洛伊無意間殺死了弗羅里安俱樂部的黑人經理，馬羅是唯一的白人證人。馬羅拜訪了經理的遺孀──酒醉的中年放蕩女子……似乎，薇瑪已經去世了。 當天稍晚，馬羅受雇於林賽．馬里歐特，協助馬里歐特的一位女性友人，轉交一條價值超過八、九萬翡翠項鍊的贖金八千元。會面的時間地點是午夜在峽谷中。然而，馬羅遇襲。當馬羅趕到時，巧遇路人安．李奧丹，而安發現馬里歐特被謀殺了……。 在安的協助下，馬羅得知項鍊的主人是葛雷耶夫人。馬羅前往拜訪夫人，夫人是位嫁給年長富豪的金髮美人，她告訴馬羅，該條項鍊被歹徒搶走了。 馬羅調查與馬里歐特的相關疑點，發現了一張「心理顧問」裘爾斯．安索的名片。同時馬羅發現弗羅里安俱樂部經理的遺孀，她住房的所有人登記者居然就是馬里歐特。馬羅和裘爾斯．安索約在安索山頂「現代化」的家見面，馬羅卻被壞警察痛打一頓。接下來馬羅被移往一處療養院，注射了麻藥……。經理遺孀被發現陳屍家中。 馬羅回到了他位於好萊塢的公寓，葛雷耶夫人找到了馬羅的藏身處。兩人談話中，發現了薇瑪和夫人的關聯。 《再見，吾愛》寫於《大眠》之後，卻是最先搬上大銀幕的馬羅故事。1942年電影《獵鷹接管》就引用了《再見，吾愛》小說情節。1944年電影《謀殺，我的甜心》即以小說為藍本，該片在英國上映時，片名恢復和小說同名。三十年後的1975年，《再見，吾愛》三度拍攝成電影，羅伯特．米徹姆飾演馬羅這位私家偵探硬漢。
AI Overview
"再見，吾愛" (Farewell, My Lovely) is the second novel in the Marlowe series by the renowned author Raymond Chandler. Here is a comprehensive overview of the book:
Key Themes
- Love and Obsession: The novel explores themes of love, obsession, and the complexities of human emotions. It delves into the intricate relationships between characters, often blurring the lines between love and obsession.
- Morality and Ethics: The story raises questions about morality and ethics, particularly in the context of the protagonist, Philip Marlowe, who often finds himself in morally ambiguous situations.
- Crime and Corruption: The novel is set in the dark, crime-ridden world of 1940s Los Angeles, highlighting themes of corruption, crime, and the blurred lines between right and wrong.
Plot Summary
The story begins with Marlowe being hired by a wealthy businessman, Lindsay Marriott, to investigate his missing girlfriend, Velma Valento. However, things take a turn when Marriott is found dead, and Marlowe becomes entangled in a complex web of crime and deception. As he delves deeper into the case, he encounters a variety of characters, including a beautiful woman named Jessie Florian, who becomes a central figure in his investigation. The novel unfolds with Marlowe navigating through a series of twists and turns, ultimately leading him to uncover the truth behind Marriott's death and Velma's disappearance.
Critical Reception
"再見，吾愛" has received widespread critical acclaim for its engaging plot, vivid descriptions of Los Angeles, and the complex character of Philip Marlowe. The novel is praised for its unique blend of romance, sorrow, grandeur, danger, and death, making it a standout in the detective fiction genre.
Additional Information
- Publication: The book was first published in 1940 and has since been translated into various languages, including Chinese.
- Translation: The Chinese translation was published in 2011 by 時報出版 (Time Weekly Publishing).
- 豆瓣评分 (Douban Rating): The book has an average rating of 8.0 on Douban, indicating its high regard among readers.
Overall, "再見，吾愛" is a gripping and emotionally charged novel that showcases Raymond Chandler's mastery of the detective genre, offering a rich and complex exploration of human relationships and the darker aspects of society.