Black Diamond: by Martin Walker
Black Diamond:

Martin Walker

320 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

In Saint-Denis, the “black diamond” truffle is a treasured asset, but reports suggest this unique delicacy is being adulterated for profit. Meanwhile, a family is attacked in the local market, and a former military man is found brutally murdered. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 218 reviews

Moods

mysterious 94%
adventurous 41%
dark 29%
tense 29%
emotional 23%
informative 17%
lighthearted 17%
reflective 11%
relaxing 11%
challenging 5%
funny 5%
hopeful 5%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 29%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 87% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 30%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 22%

Average rating

3.78

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