Scene of the Crime by Patrick Modiano

Scene of the Crime

Patrick Modiano with Mark Polizzotti (Translator)

157 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction literary mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

A haunting novel that probes the enigmas of time and memory, by Nobel Prize–winning author Patrick ModianoIn his acclaimed semi-autobiographical novella Suspended Sentences, Patrick Modiano recounted a dramatic season in his childhood, of the home...

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Community Reviews Summary of 10 reviews

Moods

mysterious 85%
reflective 57%
dark 28%
tense 28%
adventurous 14%
challenging 14%
emotional 14%
funny 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

fast 42%
slow 28%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.25

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