fiction historical dark mysterious tense slow-paced

443 pages | first published 2004

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A gripping, atmospheric novel about obsession and love. 'Little by little, Elsa leaked out of her enclosure, strayed out into every corner of the house ...In my bed at night, she switched places with me, she enjoying the softness of my bed, and I ...
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Summary of 55 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
challenging 53%
tense 46%
emotional 40%
sad 40%
reflective 26%
informative 13%
mysterious 13%
hopeful 6%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 42%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 26%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

2.63

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