The Corpse Reader by Antonio Garrido

The Corpse Reader

Antonio Garrido with Thomas Bunstead (Translator)

494 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

After his grandfather dies, avid scholar and budding forensic investigator Câi Song begrudgingly gives up his studies to help his family. But when another tragedy strikes, he's forced to run and also deemed a fugitive. Dishonored, he has no choice...

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Community Reviews Summary of 91 reviews

Moods

dark 75%
informative 75%
mysterious 75%
sad 62%
tense 50%
adventurous 37%
emotional 37%
reflective 37%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
challenging 12%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 12%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Plot: 40% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.6

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