489 pages • first pub 2008 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007460847
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper Collins
Publication date: 15 March 2012
Description
Christian Thydell’s dream has come true. His debut novel, The Mermaid, has been published to rave reviews. So why is he as distant and unhappy as ever?When crime writer Erica Falck, who helped Christian discover and develop his talents, learns he ...
Community Reviews Summary of 751 reviews
Moods
dark 87%
tense 66%
sad 41%
emotional 25%
adventurous 20%
challenging 16%
reflective 8%
Pace
slow 14%
fast 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 62% | Plot: 37%Strong character development?
No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 17%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 35% | No: 23%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 47% | Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 5%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 52% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Child abuse, Mental illnessModerate
Ableism, Murder, Schizophrenia/PsychosisMinor
Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Suicide489 pages • first pub 2008 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007460847
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper Collins
Publication date: 15 March 2012
Description
Christian Thydell’s dream has come true. His debut novel, The Mermaid, has been published to rave reviews. So why is he as distant and unhappy as ever?When crime writer Erica Falck, who helped Christian discover and develop his talents, learns he ...
Community Reviews Summary of 751 reviews
Moods
dark 87%
tense 66%
sad 41%
emotional 25%
adventurous 20%
challenging 16%
reflective 8%
Pace
slow 14%
fast 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 62% | Plot: 37%Strong character development?
No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 17%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 35% | No: 23%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 47% | Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 5%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 52% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Child abuse, Mental illnessModerate
Ableism, Murder, Schizophrenia/PsychosisMinor
Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Suicide