The Murders of Richard III by Elizabeth Peters

The Murders of Richard III

Jacqueline Kirby #2

Elizabeth Peters

352 pages first pub 1974 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

In a remote English manor house, modern admirers of the much-maligned King Richard III—one of Shakespeare's most extraordinary villains—are gathered for a grand weekend of dress-up and make-believe murder. But the fun ends when the masquerade turn...

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Moods

informative 100%
mysterious 100%
funny 50%

Pace

medium 100%

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Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

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3.39

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