Review of The Skin I Live In (2011) by John Giovanni F — 14 Jun 2012
My Grade: C (75%), Ever since his wife was burned in a car crash, Dr. Robert Ledgard, an eminent plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin with which he could have saved her. After twelve years, he manages to cultivate a skin that is a real shield against every assault.
In addition to years of study and experimentation, Robert needed a further three things: no scruples, an accomplice and a human guinea pig. Scruples were never a problem. Marilia, the woman who looked after him from the day he was born, is his most faithful accomplice.
And as for the human guinea pig...
This review of The Skin I Live In (2011) was written by John Giovanni F on 14 Jun 2012.
The Skin I Live In has generally received very positive reviews.
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