A Varanda do Frangipani by Mia Couto
A Varanda do Frangipani

Mia Couto

A Varanda do Frangipani

Mia Couto

154 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction mystery dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

A police inspector is investigating a strange murder, a case in which all of the suspects are eager to claim responsibility. Set in a former Portuguese fort which stored slaves and ivory, the tale combines fable and allegory, dreams and myths.

Community Reviews Summary of 51 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
mysterious 66%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
sad 33%

Pace

slow 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

3.78

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