fiction historical mystery dark mysterious tense medium-paced

464 pages | first published 2008

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From the author of the international phenomenon The Shadow of the Wind, comes a riveting masterpiece about love, literature, and betrayal.In this powerful, labyrinthian thriller, David Martín is a pulp fiction writer struggling to stay afloat. Hol...
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Summary of 6020 reviews

Moods

mysterious 92%
dark 83%
tense 52%
adventurous 45%
emotional 39%
sad 28%
challenging 18%
reflective 17%
funny 5%
inspiring 4%
hopeful 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 65%
slow 24%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 22% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 13%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.89

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