The Crime at Black Dudley by Margery Allingham

The Crime at Black Dudley

Albert Campion Mysteries #1

Margery Allingham

256 pages first pub 1929 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

George Abbershaw is set for a social weekend at Black Dudley manor, hosted by Wyatt Petrie and his elderly uncle Colonel Combe, who enjoys the company of Bright Young Things. With Meggie Oliphant in attendance, George looks forward to the chance o...

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Community Reviews Summary of 396 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
adventurous 53%
tense 36%
dark 26%
lighthearted 26%
funny 20%
challenging 3%
emotional 3%
hopeful 3%
reflective 3%
relaxing 3%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 46%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 73% | A mix: 26%

Strong character development?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 81% | It's complicated: 13% | Yes: 4%

Average rating

3.23

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