216 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
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Language: English
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Description
This novel, one of the Virago Crime Classics, combines humour with a look at the danger and suspense in the tyranny of motherhood. It also explores the redeeming power of love.
Community Reviews Summary of 88 reviews
Moods
tense 90%
dark 80%
emotional 50%
reflective 10%
Pace
slow 20%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 44% | Plot: 33% | Character: 22%Strong character development?
No: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 22% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 25% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 12%Average rating
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216 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This novel, one of the Virago Crime Classics, combines humour with a look at the danger and suspense in the tyranny of motherhood. It also explores the redeeming power of love.
Community Reviews Summary of 88 reviews
Moods
tense 90%
dark 80%
emotional 50%
reflective 10%
Pace
slow 20%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 44% | Plot: 33% | Character: 22%Strong character development?
No: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 22% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 25% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
This book doesn't have any content warnings yet!
If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.