fiction crime historical mystery dark mysterious medium-paced

464 pages | first published 2018

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A vivid and gripping historical crime novel set in 19th century Edinburgh, from husband-and-wife writing team Chris Brookmyre and Marisa HaetzmanEdinburgh, 1847. City of Medicine, Money, Murder.Young women are being discovered dead across the Old ...
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Summary of 22 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
dark 80%
mysterious 80%
funny 40%
tense 40%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%
informative 20%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.66

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