Children of Chicago by Cynthia Pelayo

Children of Chicago

Cynthia Pelayo

303 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction horror thriller dark fast-paced

Description

A gripping, modern-day spin on the Pied Piper fairy tale, as well as a gritty love letter to the underworld of Chicago from acclaimed Bram Stoker nominee Cynthia Pelayo. Reminiscent of the Bloody Mary urban legend, the Pied Piper's story can be ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 250 reviews

Moods

dark 97%
mysterious 86%
tense 66%
sad 27%
emotional 21%
adventurous 13%
challenging 12%
informative 11%
reflective 10%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 37%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 40% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.35

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