Burglars Can't Be Choosers by Lawrence Block

Burglars Can't Be Choosers

Bernie Rhodenbarr #1

Lawrence Block

293 pages first pub 1977 (editions)

fiction crime mystery funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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Bernie Rhodenbarr is a personable chap, a good neighbor, a passable poker player. His chosen profession, however, might not sit well with some. Bernie is a burglar, a good one, effortlessly lifting valuables from the not-so-well-protected abodes o...

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Community Reviews Summary of 329 reviews

Moods

mysterious 70%
funny 60%
lighthearted 60%
adventurous 50%
relaxing 20%
informative 10%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | Yes: 28%

Average rating

3.56

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