The Ruins by Phoebe Wynne

The Ruins

Phoebe Wynne

336 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction contemporary thriller dark emotional tense medium-paced

Description

The most dazzling summer casts the darkest shadows. Welcome to the Chateau des Sètes, a jewel of the Cote d’Azur, where long summer days bring ease, glamour, and decadence to the holidaymakers who can afford it. Ruby Ashby adores her parents...

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Community Reviews Summary of 67 reviews

Moods

dark 94%
tense 70%
sad 56%
emotional 45%
mysterious 45%
challenging 40%
reflective 10%
adventurous 2%

Pace

slow 48%
medium 45%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 39% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 32% | No: 24% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.17

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