The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan

The Keeper of Lost Things

Ruth Hogan

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278 pages | first published 2017

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Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objects—the thing...
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Summary of 5829 reviews

Moods

emotional 67%
hopeful 55%
lighthearted 48%
funny 33%
reflective 33%
inspiring 28%
mysterious 25%
sad 24%
relaxing 14%
adventurous 7%
challenging 1%
dark 1%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 37%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Character: 37% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 39% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.61

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