A Dreadful Splendor by B.R. Myers

A Dreadful Splendor

B.R. Myers

416 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction historical mystery adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced

Description

In this spectacularly imaginative and ghoulishly fun Gothic murder mystery brimming with romance, betrayals, and chills, a fake spiritualist is summoned to hold a séance for a bride who died on the eve before her wedding, but as nefarious secrets ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 686 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
dark 65%
adventurous 51%
tense 41%
emotional 26%
sad 11%
hopeful 8%
funny 5%
lighthearted 4%
reflective 4%
challenging 3%
inspiring 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 24%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Plot: 36% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 12% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 84% | Yes: 8% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 18%

Average rating

3.82

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