252 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 39 reviews
Moods
tense 100%
dark 87%
emotional 50%
reflective 12%
Pace
slow 25%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 37% | Plot: 37% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 62% | Yes: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%Average rating
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252 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 39 reviews
Moods
tense 100%
dark 87%
emotional 50%
reflective 12%
Pace
slow 25%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 37% | Plot: 37% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 62% | Yes: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%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.