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Sep 11, 2015dutchw rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
As I understand it, this is Dennis Lehane's novelization of his screenplay for the movie of the same name, based upon his short story "Animal Rescue." Prior the reading this book, I saw the film, which was stunning! I have watched it 4 times. Tom Hardy is absolutely brilliant in the role of Bob Saginowski. The editing of the film was a bit severe. I am sure that several critical scenes were left on the cutting room floor. Likewise, the novel seems to have some missing scenes. They each commit the sin of omission (none the less each on its own is a literary treasure), yet they complement each other so well that I urge you to both see the movie and read the book, in whichever order pleases your fancy! You will be rewarded as you find connections in the plot in each that were omitted in the other. I will now be following the books and films of Dennis Lehane.