The Talented Miss Farwell by Emily Gray Tedrowe

The Talented Miss Farwell

Emily Gray Tedrowe

432 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

Becky Farwell is one of the most wickedly compelling characters I've read in ages -- a Machiavellian marvel, a modern Becky Sharp, a character to root for despite your better judgment -- and her story, both topical and timeless, will knock you off...

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Community Reviews Summary of 410 reviews

Moods

tense 59%
mysterious 43%
adventurous 28%
dark 15%
reflective 15%
sad 15%
emotional 12%
challenging 9%
informative 9%
funny 6%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 42%
fast 31%
slow 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 37% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 29%

Strong character development?

No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 31%

Loveable characters?

No: 51% | It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Average rating

3.39

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