Murder on the Leviathan by Boris Akunin

229 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious fast-paced

Description

Tipping his hat to Agatha Christie, Boris Akunin’s latest page-turner transports the reader back to the glamorous, dangerous past in a richly atmospheric tale of suspense on the high seas.Paris, 1878: Eccentric antiquarian Lord Littleby and his te...

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Community Reviews Summary of 259 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 66%
funny 50%
tense 50%
dark 33%
lighthearted 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 33%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 83% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.84

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