The Jealousy Man and Other Stories by Jo Nesbø

The Jealousy Man and Other Stories

Jo Nesbø with Robert Ferguson (Translator)

528 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction crime short stories challenging dark reflective fast-paced

Description

A veritable crime lover's delight from a true master of mystery and suspense. Experience the #1 New York Times best-selling author as never before in this dark and thrilling short story collection that takes us on a journey of twisted minds and ve...

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Community Reviews Summary of 159 reviews

Moods

dark 85%
mysterious 64%
tense 47%
reflective 35%
adventurous 28%
challenging 28%
emotional 19%
sad 15%
informative 3%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%
inspiring 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 28%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 18% | Plot: 16% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 36% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 7% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.52

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