The Careful Use of Compliments by Alexander McCall Smith

The Careful Use of Compliments

Isabel Dalhousie #4

Alexander McCall Smith

247 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction mystery philosophy mysterious slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who appreciate introspective narratives blending ethical dilemmas with gentle mysteries, exploring the interplay between personal growth and intellectual curiosity.

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 ISABEL DALHOUSIE - Book 4 Nothing captures the charm of Edinburgh like the bestselling Isabel Dalhousie series of novels featuring the insatiably curious philosopher and woman detective. Whether investigating a case or a problem of philosophy, th...

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Community Reviews

3.68
based on 657 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 52%

reflective: 47%

mysterious: 42%

relaxing: 42%

hopeful: 26%

emotional: 21%

funny: 15%

adventurous: 10%

informative: 5%

inspiring: 5%

tense: 5%


Pace

15% of readers chose fast
52% of readers chose medium
31% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

18% of readers chose Plot
25% of readers chose A mix
56% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

25% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
62% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

68% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
18% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

6% of readers chose Yes
93% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

33% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
46% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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