The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter by Theodora Goss

The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter

The Extraordinary Adventures of the Athena Club #1

Theodora Goss

434 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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Based on some of literature’s horror and science fiction classics, this “tour de force of reclaiming the narrative, executed with impressive wit and insight” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) debut is the story of a remarkable group of women who...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,692 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
mysterious 80%
funny 50%
lighthearted 32%
dark 22%
hopeful 11%
tense 11%
emotional 10%
inspiring 5%
challenging 4%
informative 4%
reflective 4%
relaxing 4%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 22%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 19% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.79

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