Dead Simple by Peter James

Dead Simple

Roy Grace #1

Peter James

336 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Description

Michael Harrison had it all: good looks, charm, natural leadership, a wicked sense of humor, and now, Ashley, his fiancée. While out celebrating with a group of friends a few nights before the wedding, Michael suddenly and unexpectedly finds himse...

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Community Reviews Summary of 726 reviews

Moods

tense 88%
mysterious 82%
dark 64%
adventurous 23%
challenging 2%
informative 2%
lighthearted 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 44%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 63% | A mix: 30% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.75

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