fiction crime mystery mysterious fast-paced

224 pages | first published 1929

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Murder turns a weekend house party at Black Dudley Manor into a deadly affair when the host is discovered brutally slain. Nor do gruesome rituals, callous interrogations, and perilous traps add to the fun. Fatal mystification might win the day, if...
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Summary of 331 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
adventurous 48%
tense 44%
lighthearted 32%
dark 28%
funny 20%
challenging 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
reflective 4%
relaxing 4%
sad 4%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 37%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 72% | A mix: 27%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 26%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 11%

Average rating

3.2

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