The Crime of the Century by Kingsley Amis

The Crime of the Century

Kingsley Amis

176 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

When a series of murders performed by a killer with a peculiarly thin blade take place in London, Detective Superintendent Bill Barry is recalled from retirement. Doctors, psychologists, lawyers and politicians join in the hunt, but the biggest cr...

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Moods

lighthearted 100%
mysterious 100%
reflective 100%
relaxing 100%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

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Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

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Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

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