The Mother Hunt by Marilyn Wallace, Rex Stout

208 pages first pub 1963 (editions)

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When an abandoned baby is left on her doorstep, the young socialite widow knows only too well the identity of the father: her deceased philanderer of a husband. But who is the mother? The case seems like child's play to Wolfe, until the first dead...

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Community Reviews Summary of 116 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
funny 50%
adventurous 25%
lighthearted 25%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Average rating

3.83

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