The Golden Hairpin by Qinghan CeCe, Alex Woodend

295 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

In ancient China, history, vengeance, and murder collide for a female sleuth. At thirteen, investigative prodigy Huang Zixia had already proved herself by aiding her father in solving confounding crimes. At seventeen, she’s on the run, accused ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 59 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 100%
lighthearted 37%
dark 25%
challenging 12%
funny 12%
inspiring 12%
relaxing 12%
tense 12%

Pace

medium 87%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.63

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