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A review by mysternightowl
I Am Half-Sick of Shadows by Alan Bradley
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This title, I learned, is 4th in a series of mystery books that follow a quirky eleven year old girl named Flavia, as she solves mysteries that are set in a remote 1950's English countryside. Our charming sleuth is armed with a chemistry set, and a penchant for poisons, but her biggest asset is her ability to think and reason deeply.
This adventure is set right around the Christmas season and was an enjoyable read indeed. Surprisingly, I would not classify this as young adult or cozy mystery, however it fringes the border as such.
A rogue storm ensures that no one can get in or out, as a murder occurs in a dilapidated English mansion. The makings of a classic whodunit, set at Christmas.
This adventure is set right around the Christmas season and was an enjoyable read indeed. Surprisingly, I would not classify this as young adult or cozy mystery, however it fringes the border as such.
A rogue storm ensures that no one can get in or out, as a murder occurs in a dilapidated English mansion. The makings of a classic whodunit, set at Christmas.