The Curse of Penryth Hall by Jess Armstrong

The Curse of Penryth Hall

Jess Armstrong

336 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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An atmospheric gothic mystery that beautifully brings the ancient Cornish countryside to life, Armstrong introduces heroine Ruby Vaughn in her Minotaur Books & Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award-winning debut, The Curse of Penr...

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Community Reviews Summary of 373 reviews

Moods

mysterious 96%
dark 58%
adventurous 51%
tense 36%
emotional 24%
sad 13%
funny 10%
challenging 9%
reflective 7%
lighthearted 5%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 65%
fast 17%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 37% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 23%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 19%

Average rating

3.6

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