The Ape Who Guards the Balance by Elizabeth Peters

The Ape Who Guards the Balance

Amelia Peabody #10

Elizabeth Peters

fiction historical mystery adventurous mysterious fast-paced

564 pages | first published 1998

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"Delightful.... An] engrossing plot and writing of the highest caliber."--Washington Times A globe-trotting archeologist with more grit, wit, and fortitude than Indian Jones himself, the intrepid Amelia Peabody confronts danger and dark mystery in...
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Summary of 426 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 72%
funny 45%
emotional 18%
lighthearted 18%
tense 9%

Pace

medium 88%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%

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3.99

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