The Crime at Black Dudley by Margery Allingham

The Crime at Black Dudley

Albert Campion Mysteries #1

Margery Allingham

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fiction crime mystery mysterious fast-paced
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When George Abbershaw is invited to Black Dudley Manor for the weekend, he has only one thing on his mind--proposing to Meggie Oliphant. Unfortunately for George, things don't quite go according to plan. A harmless game turns decidedly deadly and ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 514 reviews

Moods

mysterious 92%
adventurous 51%
tense 34%
dark 21%
lighthearted 21%
funny 14%
challenging 4%
emotional 2%
hopeful 2%
reflective 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 41%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 5% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 27% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 82% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 2% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.26

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