The Body in the Garden by Katharine Schellman

The Body in the Garden

Lily Adler Mystery #1

Katharine Schellman

336 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Description

Perfect for fans of Tasha Alexander and Rhys Bowen, Katharine Schellman's debut novel is sure to delight.London 1815. Though newly-widowed Lily Adler is returning to a society that frowns on independent women, she is determined to create a meanin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 439 reviews

Moods

mysterious 95%
adventurous 65%
lighthearted 34%
funny 18%
tense 18%
dark 7%
emotional 7%
relaxing 4%
reflective 2%
challenging 1%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%
inspiring 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 77%
fast 16%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | A mix: 36% | Character: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 15%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.75

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