The Mugger by Ed McBain

160 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Description

This mugger is special. He preys on women, waiting in the darkness…then comes from behind, attacks them, and snatches their purses. He tells them not to scream and as they're on the ground, reeling with pain and fear, he bows and nonchalantly says...

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Community Reviews Summary of 87 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 50%
tense 50%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.32

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