Dead Beat by Jim Butcher

435 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction fantasy mystery adventurous funny mysterious fast-paced

Description

"The wildest, strangest, best Dresden adventure to date...Butcher's blending of modern fantasy with classic noir sensibilities ensures that there's never a dull moment."--SF Site  Paranormal investigations are Harry Dresden's business and Chicago ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,621 reviews

Moods

adventurous 92%
mysterious 67%
funny 59%
dark 56%
tense 34%
emotional 16%
lighthearted 8%
hopeful 7%
challenging 5%
inspiring 3%
sad 3%
reflective 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 33% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 3% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 47% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 7%

Average rating

4.24

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