The Hidden Hand by E.D.E.N. Southworth

648 pages first pub 1859 (editions)

fiction classics historical mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth (1819-1899) was an American writer of more than 60 novels in the latter part of the 19th century. She was probably the most widely read author of that era. Southworth's first story, The Irish Refugee, was publ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 187 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 60%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 50%
challenging 30%
emotional 30%
tense 30%
dark 20%
hopeful 20%
reflective 20%
inspiring 10%

Pace

fast 63%
slow 18%
medium 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Plot: 33% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.92

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