The Dogs of Riga by Henning Mankell

10 hours, 41 minutes first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller mysterious medium-paced
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Description

In this case, only Wallander's obstinate desire to see that justice is done brings the truth to light. On the Swedish coastline, two bodies, victims of grisly torture and cold execution, are discovered in a life raft. With no witnesses, no motives...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,282 reviews

Moods

mysterious 86%
dark 74%
tense 62%
adventurous 56%
sad 19%
challenging 17%
emotional 9%
informative 9%
reflective 7%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 20%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 47% | A mix: 44% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 18%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 54% | No: 32% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 22%

Average rating

3.45

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