The Rise by Ian Rankin

The Rise

Ian Rankin

88 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction crime short stories mysterious fast-paced

Description

In this short thriller from bestselling author Ian Rankin, murder comes to London’s most exclusive high-rise—and every resident is a suspect.The Rise is a gleaming residential tower, newly constructed from steel and blackened glass, that stands on...

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Community Reviews Summary of 67 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
tense 28%
adventurous 12%
dark 6%
challenging 3%
informative 3%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%
sad 3%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 32%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 68% | A mix: 20% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | Yes: 8%

Loveable characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 8% | Yes: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 59% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.18

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