A Tip for the Hangman by Allison Epstein

A Tip for the Hangman

Allison Epstein

384 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ adventurous dark tense medium-paced

Description

Christopher Marlowe, a brilliant aspiring playwright, is pulled into the duplicitous world of international espionage on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I. A many-layered historical thriller combining state secrets, intrigue, and romance. England, 1585...

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Moods

adventurous 71%
tense 59%
dark 57%
emotional 43%
mysterious 43%
sad 34%
funny 16%
challenging 9%
informative 9%
reflective 4%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 2%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 64%
slow 17%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 23% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.93

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