The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett

The Tainted Cup

Shadow of the Leviathan #1

Robert Jackson Bennett

432 pages • first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction fantasy lgbtqia+ mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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An eccentric detective and her long-suffering assistant untangle a web of magic, deceit, and murder in this sparkling fantasy reimagining of the classic crime novel - from the bestselling author of The Founders Trilogy.In an opulent mansion at the...

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Moods

mysterious 94%
adventurous 86%
tense 39%
funny 38%
dark 34%
challenging 13%
reflective 6%
emotional 5%
hopeful 4%
lighthearted 4%
inspiring 3%
informative 2%
relaxing 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 69%
fast 23%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 44% | Character: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 49% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.38

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