And Only to Deceive by Tasha Alexander

And Only to Deceive

Lady Emily #1

Tasha Alexander

321 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction historical mystery romance lighthearted mysterious slow-paced

Description

From gifted new writer Tasha Alexander comes a stunning novel of historical suspense set in Victorian England, meticulously researched and with a twisty plot that involves stolen antiquities, betrayal, and murderAnd Only to DeceiveFor Emily, accep...

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Moods

mysterious 86%
adventurous 61%
lighthearted 44%
funny 11%
emotional 8%
hopeful 5%
informative 5%
reflective 5%
tense 5%
challenging 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 47%
slow 41%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Character: 21% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 96% | Yes: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 8%

Average rating

3.6

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