288 pages • first pub 1938 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099478478
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A gang war is raging through the dark underworld of Brighton. Pinkie, malign and ruthless, has killed a man. Believing he can escape retribution, he is unprepared for the courageous Ida Arnold, who is determined to avenge a death.
Community Reviews Summary of 1,813 reviews
Moods
tense 69%
mysterious 40%
challenging 23%
reflective 21%
adventurous 18%
sad 17%
emotional 15%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 57% | Character: 35% | Plot: 5%Strong character development?
No: 44% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 27%Loveable characters?
No: 72% | It's complicated: 26%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 84% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Toxic relationship, Violence, MurderModerate
Sexual content, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing
288 pages • first pub 1938 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780099478478
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A gang war is raging through the dark underworld of Brighton. Pinkie, malign and ruthless, has killed a man. Believing he can escape retribution, he is unprepared for the courageous Ida Arnold, who is determined to avenge a death.
Community Reviews Summary of 1,813 reviews
Moods
tense 69%
mysterious 40%
challenging 23%
reflective 21%
adventurous 18%
sad 17%
emotional 15%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 57% | Character: 35% | Plot: 5%Strong character development?
No: 44% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 27%Loveable characters?
No: 72% | It's complicated: 26%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 84% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Toxic relationship, Violence, MurderModerate
Sexual content, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing