Memory Monday: To Catch A Thief, by David Dodge

I didn't read this 'way back when' - in fact, I just finished it a couple of days ago. But since it was published nearly 60 years ago, and since it's a very unheard of classic, I though it would be appropriate for today's post:

To Catch A Thief, by David Dodge
Adult, 1953

When retired thief John Robie is accused of being 'back in business' he has to find who is mimicking him so well. But this will include a lot of disguising, thwarting the police, and being on his toes as he tries to out think this copy Cat.
I first watched Hitchcock's version of this on the big screen, which in turn made me find the book it was based on. I enjoyed the witty conversation, the interesting characters, and of course the mystery of who is the new Cat. I must admit I liked the movie better, but this is well written in a very 50's style if you know what I mean. I wouldn't hesitate to pick it up at a thrift store (especially because it's not in print anymore of course).
Graded a B+.


The movie came out a mere two years later through Paramount (1955) starring the gorgeous actors Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. The movie is a favorite and fun to watch over and over - way to go Hitchcock for surpassing another book. How does he do that so well?!
Graded an A.