Behind a Mask: The Unknown Thrillers of Louisa May Alcott by Madeleine B. Stern, Louisa May Alcott

Behind a Mask: The Unknown Thrillers of Louisa May Alcott

Madeleine B. Stern, Louisa May Alcott

281 pages first pub 1867 (editions)

fiction classics mystery short stories informative mysterious reflective fast-paced

Description

Six years before she wrote Little Women, Louisa May Alcott, in financial straits, entered "Pauline's Passion and Punishment," a novelette, in a newspaper contest. Not only did it win the $100 prize, but, published anonymously, it marked the first ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 135 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 71%
tense 42%
adventurous 14%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.8

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