The Darkest Evening by Ann Cleeves

The Darkest Evening

Vera Stanhope #9

Ann Cleeves

384 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

DCI Vera Stanhope returns in the ninth novel in Sunday Times bestseller Ann Cleeves' enduringly popular series. Driving home during a swirling blizzard, Vera Stanhope's only thought is to get there quickly. But with the snow driving down heavily, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 342 reviews

Moods

mysterious 89%
dark 51%
tense 37%
emotional 25%
adventurous 21%
reflective 16%
sad 14%
funny 5%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 3%
challenging 1%

Pace

medium 72%
fast 20%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Plot: 34% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 17%

Average rating

4.05

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