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3.76 AVERAGE
3.76 AVERAGE
informative
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A collection of detective stories, not all of which relate to Wimsey. A quick read. There are some introspective moments, but they never weigh down the pared-down plots. I think my favorite was “The Poisoned Dow ’08,” the first Montague Egg mystery and one that showcases Sayer’s skill with class and manners. Several of the stories have a particularly gothic and grim feel, which I admit I did not appreciate, particularly “The Incredible Elopement of Lord Peter Wimsey”
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
A couple of Lord Peter stories, but mostly Montague Egg. I know some people don't like him but I'm quite fond.
I dont know that I like the Wimsey short stories better than all the novels, but I liked these very much. Montague Egg certainly would have been too gimmicky for a whole novel but makes for a good few eagle-eyed shorts. The standalones, too, not tied to a particular hero, were remarkably delightful in how much less predictable they could be.