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61 pages • first pub 1939 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Samuel French
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This classic Victorian thriller was first produced in 1935. Jack Manningham is slowly, deliberately driving his wife, Bella, insane. He has almost succeeded when help arrives in the form of a former detective, Rough, who believes Manningham to be ...
Community Reviews Summary of 129 reviews
Moods
mysterious 75%
dark 70%
emotional 40%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 15%
reflective 15%
challenging 10%
funny 10%
sad 10%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%
Pace
medium 15%
slow 5%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 52% | Plot: 23% | Character: 23%Strong character development?
Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 5%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | No: 17% | N/A: 11% | Yes: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
GaslightingModerate
Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuseMinor
Forced institutionalization61 pages • first pub 1939 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Samuel French
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This classic Victorian thriller was first produced in 1935. Jack Manningham is slowly, deliberately driving his wife, Bella, insane. He has almost succeeded when help arrives in the form of a former detective, Rough, who believes Manningham to be ...
Community Reviews Summary of 129 reviews
Moods
mysterious 75%
dark 70%
emotional 40%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 15%
reflective 15%
challenging 10%
funny 10%
sad 10%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%
Pace
medium 15%
slow 5%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 52% | Plot: 23% | Character: 23%Strong character development?
Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 5%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | No: 17% | N/A: 11% | Yes: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
GaslightingModerate
Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuseMinor
Forced institutionalization