Das Fräulein von Scuderi: Erzählung aus dem Zeitalter Ludwigs des Vierzehnten by E.T.A. Hoffmann

Das Fräulein von Scuderi: Erzählung aus dem Zeitalter Ludwigs des Vierzehnten

E.T.A. Hoffmann

128 pages first pub 1819 (editions)

fiction classics dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

One of the earliest examples of the classic murder mystery, Hoffman’s remarkable book has been the inspiration for a host of thriller and crime writers. Parisian goldsmith Monsieur Cardillac is a genius at his craft. Greatly admired throughout Par...

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Community Reviews Summary of 28 reviews

Moods

mysterious 91%
dark 83%
tense 33%
adventurous 25%
emotional 16%
challenging 8%
funny 8%
hopeful 8%
informative 8%
sad 8%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 45%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 40% | A mix: 30% | Character: 20% | N/A: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 33% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.31

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