A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle

186 pages first pub 1887 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan DoyleA Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detective duo in popular ...

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Moods

mysterious 89%
adventurous 73%
tense 16%
dark 14%
funny 12%
challenging 11%
informative 8%
reflective 8%
lighthearted 7%
emotional 4%
relaxing 4%
sad 4%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 32%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 64% | A mix: 29% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 64% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.91

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