Speedy Death by Gladys Mitchell

322 pages first pub 1929 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery informative mysterious medium-paced

Description

Dr Beatrice Bradley is elderly, ugly, has darkly sharp insights and an extremely wicked tongue. 1929 genteel country house guests are shocked by the death of their famous guest, world traveler Mountjoy, in a bathtub. Suspects include his quiet (bu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 101 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
lighthearted 71%
dark 42%
funny 42%
challenging 28%
inspiring 14%
sad 14%
tense 14%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 80% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.31

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