Murder at Gulls Nest by Jess Kidd

Murder at Gulls Nest

Nora Breen Investigates #1

Jess Kidd

336 pages first pub 2025 (view editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious medium-paced
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A reader who relishes unraveling secrets in a quaint, atmospheric setting while navigating the moral complexities of hidden pasts will find "Murder at Gulls Nest" an ideal match.

Description

The first in a sparkling new 1950s seaside mystery series, featuring sharp-eyed former nun Nora Breen.Somewhere in the north, a religious community prepares for Vespers. Here on the southeast coast,Nora Breen prepares for braised liver and a dinin...

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Community Reviews

3.87
based on 689 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 96%

funny: 31%

adventurous: 29%

emotional: 23%

lighthearted: 23%

dark: 20%

reflective: 18%

tense: 16%

sad: 15%

hopeful: 12%

challenging: 6%

relaxing: 6%

inspiring: 2%


Pace

12% of readers chose fast
74% of readers chose medium
13% of readers chose slow
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medium
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Plot or character driven?

27% of readers chose Plot
65% of readers chose A mix
6% of readers chose Character
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Character

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
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Loveable characters?

69% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
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Diverse cast of characters?

39% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
47% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

31% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
47% of readers chose No
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