The Kept by James Scott

The Kept

James Scott

missing duration info Add in missing duration information first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction historical mystery thriller emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

In the winter of 1897, Elspeth Howell treks across miles of snow and ice to the isolated farmstead in upstate New York where she and her husband have raised their five children. Her midwife's salary is tucked into the toes of her boots, and her pa...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 100%
tense 100%
challenging 50%
emotional 50%
mysterious 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.18

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