fiction classics crime mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced

186 pages | first published 1887

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A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan DoyleA Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detective duo in popular ...
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Summary of 21233 reviews

Moods

mysterious 90%
adventurous 75%
dark 15%
tense 15%
funny 12%
challenging 11%
reflective 9%
informative 8%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 4%
emotional 3%
sad 3%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 30%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 27% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 63% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 13% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.92

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