A Mind to Murder by P.D. James

A Mind to Murder

Adam Dalgliesh #2

P.D. James

256 pages first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

The second book to feature Scotland Yard investigator Adam Dalgliesh, A Mind To Murder is a “superbly satisfying mystery” (Chicago Daily News) from bestselling author P.D. James.On the surface, the Steen Psychiatric Clinic is one of the most reput...

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Community Reviews Summary of 503 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 63%
tense 21%
reflective 10%
emotional 5%
funny 5%
relaxing 5%
sad 5%

Pace

medium 72%
slow 16%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | A mix: 33% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

No: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 41% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.48

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