Reviews tagging 'Death of parent'

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

6 reviews

writteninmagic's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Murder

Minor: Death of parent, Suicide, and Adult/minor relationship

leosaki's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

I really liked the narrator of this book

pity he was the murderer but still,

I preferred him over Hastings

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Content Warnings

Minor: Addiction, Death of parent, Blood, Murder, Drug abuse, Abandonment, Suicide, Violence, Alcoholism, Death, and Alcohol

sav_22's review against another edition

adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism, Sexism, Blood, Alcohol, Murder, Mental illness, Death, Stalking, Gaslighting, and Death of parent

Moderate: Toxic relationship and Misogyny

emeraldsanto's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie is a classic whodunit that showcases the author's mastery of the mystery genre. Set in a quiet English village, the story unfolds after the murder of the wealthy and enigmatic Roger Ackroyd. The narrative is presented from the perspective of Dr. James Sheppard, a reliable and observant narrator who becomes intricately involved in the investigation.

One of the notable strengths of this novel is its construction. Agatha Christie weaves a carefully crafted plot, full of intricate details and red herrings that keep readers guessing until the very end. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the suspense to build gradually, and the twists and turns are cleverly executed. Christie's attention to detail is commendable, and her ability to create a closed-circle mystery in a seemingly idyllic setting is truly remarkable.

However, I did not find the book as exciting as I had hoped. While the story is well-constructed, some readers may find the pacing a bit slow at times, especially if they are seeking a more action-packed or adrenaline-fueled thriller. The murder investigation primarily unfolds through conversations and interviews, which may not offer the same level of excitement as more dynamic plot developments.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent, Addiction, Classism, Drug abuse, Death, Medical content, Drug use, Murder, and Suicide

fraise's review against another edition

mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder and Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Blood, Sexism, Classism, Suicide, Addiction, Death of parent, Drug abuse, and Grief

Minor: Infidelity, Animal death, Alcohol, Blood, and Medical content

kjm_x's review against another edition

mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Minor: Abandonment, Addiction, Death, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Murder, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide