The Shamshine Blind by Paz Pardo

The Shamshine Blind

Paz Pardo

320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction crime literary science fiction challenging mysterious medium-paced

Description

A beguiling blend of noir detective story and science fiction perfect for fans of Michael Chabon and Emily St. John Mandel, this unputdownable debut imagines a world where emotions have been weaponized, and a small-town law enforcement agent uncov...

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Community Reviews Summary of 12 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 50%
dark 50%
tense 50%
emotional 37%
challenging 25%
reflective 25%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.43

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