The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Robert Louis Stevenson with Scott McKowen (Illustrator)

96 pages first pub 1886 (editions)

fiction classics horror literary science fiction dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

A kind and well-respected doctor is transformed into a murderous madman by taking a secret drug of his own creation.

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Moods

dark 86%
mysterious 86%
tense 40%
reflective 25%
challenging 15%
adventurous 14%
sad 6%
emotional 5%
funny 1%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 36%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 30% | Plot: 18%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 30% | No: 24% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 7% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | Yes: 5% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.62

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