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A review by srm
The Alienist by Caleb Carr
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Fascinating period mystery. I love the characters.
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, and Murder
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Violence, Police brutality, Kidnapping, Cannibalism, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Sexism, Torture, Blood, and Alcohol