fiction crime mystery mysterious medium-paced

384 pages | first published 2006

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The second novel in our addictive Canadian crime series featuring the irresistible Chief Inspector Gamache...The falling snow brings a hush to Three Pines - until a scream pierces the air. A spectator at the annual Boxing Day curling match has bee...
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Summary of 4924 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
emotional 29%
dark 26%
reflective 26%
adventurous 16%
sad 16%
tense 15%
funny 10%
hopeful 10%
lighthearted 10%
relaxing 10%
challenging 7%
inspiring 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 69%
slow 18%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Plot: 31% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 54% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.85

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