The Benson Murder Case by S.S. Van Dine

The Benson Murder Case

Philo Vance #1

S.S. Van Dine

292 pages first pub 1926 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

New York in the 1920s is the world's most glamorous city, gleaming skyscrapers reaching for the heavens, and the hot notes of the jazz bands rising even higher. Drinking it like the finest French champagne is Philo Vance, an expert in art with the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 59 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
challenging 25%
funny 25%

Pace

medium 80%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.01

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