Ripley Under Ground

[b:The Talented Mr. Ripley 2247142 The Talented Mr. Ripley (Ripley, #1) Patricia Highsmith https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1634841836l/2247142.SX50.jpg 1817520] is one of my favorite books, and I was doubtful that anything could top it (or compare to it) when starting the second in the series. Ripley Under Ground is a high quality thriller in its own right, but compared to the original it falls short. After getting to know the character of Tom Ripley, the series of events that takes place in Ripley Under Ground feels less realistic for the character.Still, I enjoyed it, and Highsmith does an amazing job of describing the aesthetically rich life of Ripley and his peers. It was good enough for me to feel confident in continuing the rest of the series.