Death Claims by Joseph Hansen

272 pages first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

After forty years, Hammett has a worthy successor' The Times Dave Brandstetter stands alongside Philip Marlowe, Sam Spade and Lew Archer as one of the best fictional PIs in the business. Like them, he was tough, determined, and ruthless when the c...

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Community Reviews Summary of 63 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
reflective 44%
adventurous 33%
dark 33%
sad 33%
tense 22%
emotional 11%
hopeful 11%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 44%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 37%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 37% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 42% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

3.85

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