The Rise: A Short Story by Ian Rankin

The Rise: A Short Story

Ian Rankin

86 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 62 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
tense 20%
adventurous 13%
dark 3%
informative 3%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%
sad 3%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 33%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 63% | A mix: 22% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 10% | Yes: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 63% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.17

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