Hag's Nook by John Dickson Carr

186 pages first pub 1933 (editions) user-added

fiction crime mystery adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

In his detecting debut, larger than life lexicographer Dr. Gideon Fell is entertaining young American college graduate Tad Rampole at Yew Cottage, Fell's charming home in the English countryside. Within sight of his study window is the ruin of Cha...

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Community Reviews Summary of 64 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 57%
challenging 42%
tense 42%
adventurous 28%
funny 14%
inspiring 14%
lighthearted 14%
sad 14%

Pace

medium 85%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 28% | Plot: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 16% | No: 16% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | Yes: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.43

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