The Excursion Train by Edward Marston

351 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

Set in 19th century England, a bustling crowd boards the Great Western Railway Excursion train on their way to an illegal championship fight in Maidenhead. As the rowdiness of the crowd increases, the train's guard fears "for the safety of his rol...

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Community Reviews Summary of 54 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 100%
dark 75%
funny 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.66

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