The Bridesmaid by Ruth Rendell

The Bridesmaid

Ruth Rendell

268 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Description

When Philip Wardman's feminine ideal, a Greek goddess, appears in the flesh as Senta Pelham, Philip thinks he has found true love. But darker forces are at work, and Senta is led to propose that Philip prove his love by committing murder.

Community Reviews Summary of 40 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 100%
mysterious 75%
reflective 50%
challenging 25%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.44

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