The Corpse Reader by Antonio Garrido

The Corpse Reader

Antonio Garrido with Thomas Bunstead (Translator)

471 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious slow-paced
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Description

After his grandfather dies, avid scholar and budding forensic investigator Câi Song begrudgingly gives up his studies to help his family. But when another tragedy strikes, he's forced to run and also deemed a fugitive. Dishonored, he has no choice...

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Community Reviews Summary of 162 reviews

Moods

informative 70%
dark 60%
mysterious 60%
sad 60%
tense 60%
emotional 50%
reflective 50%
adventurous 40%
inspiring 30%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%

Pace

slow 70%
fast 20%
medium 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 33% | Character: 33% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.66

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