The Secret of Chimneys by Agatha Christie

The Secret of Chimneys

Superintendent Battle #1

Agatha Christie

7 hours, 56 minutes first pub 1925 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery mysterious medium-paced
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Marking the first appearance of Agatha Christie's character Inspector Battle, The Secret of Chimneys was first published in 1925 and went on to be a hit among readers. This mystery novel follows Anthony Cade, a man who unknowingly finds himself in...

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Moods

mysterious 92%
adventurous 64%
lighthearted 32%
funny 24%
tense 14%
challenging 6%
relaxing 4%
dark 3%
emotional 1%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%
reflective 1%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 29%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 28% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 59% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 63% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.61

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