The Hidden Hand by E.D.E.N. Southworth

The Hidden Hand

Capitola Black #1

E.D.E.N. Southworth with Joanne Dobson

544 pages • first pub 1859 (editions)

fiction classics historical mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Description

E.D.E.N. Southworth was one of the most popular and prolific writers of the nineteenth century and her Capitola Black, or Black Cap - a cross-dressing, adventure-seeking girl-woman - was so well-loved that the book was serialized three times betwe...

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Community Reviews Summary of 133 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 83%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 33%
challenging 16%
dark 16%
emotional 16%
inspiring 16%
tense 16%

Pace

slow 40%
fast 40%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.92

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