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No Night Is Too Long (novel)

No Night Is Too Long is a psychological thriller novel by British author, Barbara Vine (a pseudonym of Ruth Rendell). Published in 1994, the novel explores themes of obsession, identity, and repressed sexuality, set against the backdrop of a remote Alaskan cruise.

The story centers on Tim Cornish, a young, introverted Oxford graduate who becomes infatuated with Ivo Steadman, a charismatic but enigmatic fellow passenger on the cruise. Ivo is everything Tim is not: confident, adventurous, and seemingly untroubled. As the cruise progresses, Tim's obsession with Ivo deepens, leading him to uncover dark secrets about Ivo's past and the true nature of his personality.

The narrative employs a first-person perspective, allowing the reader intimate access to Tim's inner thoughts and growing obsession. The Alaskan setting, with its stark beauty and sense of isolation, contributes to the novel's atmosphere of suspense and psychological unease. The novel's plot hinges on identity deception and the destructive power of unrequited desire, culminating in a dramatic and unsettling climax. It's noted for its complex character development and exploration of hidden aspects of human nature.