The Corpse Reader by Antonio Garrido

The Corpse Reader

Antonio Garrido with Thomas Bunstead (Translator)

471 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

After his grandfather dies, avid scholar and budding forensic investigator Câi Song begrudgingly gives up his studies to help his family. But when another tragedy strikes, he's forced to run and also deemed a fugitive. Dishonored, he has no choice...

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Community Reviews Summary of 100 reviews

Moods

informative 77%
dark 66%
mysterious 66%
sad 66%
tense 55%
adventurous 44%
emotional 44%
reflective 44%
challenging 22%
hopeful 22%
inspiring 22%

Pace

slow 66%
fast 22%
medium 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

3.68

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