Pietr the Latvian by Georges Simenon, David Bellos

176 pages first pub 1931 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious fast-paced
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A gripping new translation of the first novel in the famous Inspector Maigret seriesWhat he sought, what he waited and watched out for was the crack in the wall. In other words, the instant when the human being comes out from behind the opponent ....

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Moods

mysterious 87%
dark 49%
adventurous 33%
tense 33%
challenging 14%
sad 10%
emotional 8%
relaxing 5%
reflective 3%
funny 1%
informative 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

fast 53%
medium 32%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 25% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 65% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.26

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