A Pattern of Lies by Charles Todd

A Pattern of Lies

Bess Crawford #7

Charles Todd

326 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious slow-paced
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An explosion and fire at the Ashton Gunpowder Mill in Kent has killed over a hundred men. It’s called an appalling tragedy—until suspicion and rumor raise the specter of murder. While visiting the Ashton family, Bess Crawford finds herself caught ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 215 reviews

Moods

adventurous 87%
mysterious 87%
emotional 25%
reflective 25%
sad 25%
challenging 12%
dark 12%
hopeful 12%
informative 12%
tense 12%

Pace

medium 83%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 40% | A mix: 40% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.65

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