Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters

Crocodile on the Sandbank

Amelia Peabody #1

Elizabeth Peters

missing duration info Add in missing duration information first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction historical mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Description

Amelia Peabody, that indomitable product of the Victorian age, embarks on her first Egyptian adventure armed with unshakable self-confidence, a journal to record her thoughts, and, of course, a sturdy umbrella. On her way, Amelia rescues young Eve...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,202 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
mysterious 85%
lighthearted 60%
funny 50%
tense 11%
informative 10%
hopeful 5%
relaxing 5%
emotional 4%
inspiring 4%
reflective 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 24%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 37% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 39% | It's complicated: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 46% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.81

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