The Constant Gardener by John le Carré

The Constant Gardener

John le Carré

496 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction mystery thriller emotional reflective sad slow-paced

Description

The Constant Gardener is a magnificent exploration of the new world order by one of the most compelling and elegant storytellers of our time. The novel opens in northern Kenya with the gruesome murder of Tessa Quayle--young, beautiful, and dearly ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 851 reviews

Moods

sad 60%
dark 57%
mysterious 54%
tense 48%
adventurous 42%
emotional 39%
challenging 33%
reflective 33%
informative 12%
inspiring 6%

Pace

slow 48%
medium 40%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 48% | A mix: 37% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 33% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 29% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.69

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