Mademoiselle de Scuderi by E.T.A. Hoffmann, Gilbert Adair, Andrew Brown

Mademoiselle de Scuderi

E.T.A. Hoffmann, Gilbert Adair, Andrew Brown

112 pages first pub 1819 (editions)

fiction classics crime literary dark mysterious medium-paced
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One of the earliest examples of the classic murder mystery, Hoffman’s remarkable book has been the inspiration for a host of thriller and crime writers. Parisian goldsmith Monsieur Cardillac is a genius at his craft. Greatly admired throughout Par...

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Community Reviews Summary of 455 reviews

Moods

mysterious 89%
dark 59%
adventurous 40%
tense 31%
emotional 19%
hopeful 12%
challenging 8%
funny 8%
informative 8%
sad 7%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 35%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 32% | Character: 8% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 34% | No: 30% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.22

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