The Burden by Mary Westmacott, Agatha Christie

256 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction mystery romance dark mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

Laura Franklin bitterly resented the arrival of her younger sister Shirley, an enchanting baby loved by all the family. But Laura's emotions towards her sister changed dramatically one night, when she vowed to protect her with all her strength and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 126 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
sad 60%
emotional 40%
challenging 20%
dark 20%
mysterious 20%
tense 20%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 20%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.3

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