The Constant Gardener by John le Carré

The Constant Gardener

John le Carré

17 hours, 6 minutes • first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction thriller reflective sad slow-paced

Description

The Constant Gardener is a magnificent exploration of the new world order by New York Times bestselling author John le Carré, one of the most compelling and elegant storytellers of our time.The novel opens in northern Kenya with the gruesome murde...

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Community Reviews Summary of 968 reviews

Moods

dark 63%
mysterious 58%
sad 58%
tense 46%
adventurous 41%
challenging 41%
emotional 36%
reflective 31%
informative 12%
inspiring 4%

Pace

slow 46%
medium 44%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 48% | A mix: 36% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 31% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 21% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.69

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