The Deadly Hours by Susanna Kearsley

The Deadly Hours

Susanna Kearsley

352 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction historical mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

A stellar line-up of historical mystery novelists weaves the tale of a priceless and cursed gold watch as it passes through time wreaking havoc from one owner to another. The characters are irrevocably linked by fate, each playing a key role in br...

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Community Reviews Summary of 140 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 66%
dark 25%
emotional 16%
lighthearted 8%
reflective 8%
tense 8%

Pace

medium 41%
slow 33%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 81% | A mix: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 30% | N/A: 10%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.64

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