The Potter's Field by Ellis Peters

217 pages first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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August, 1143. The body of a woman is unearthed in the freshly plowed fields that once belonged to a local potter -- now a Benedictine monk. The woman is revealed to be his beautiful young wife, thought to have run away. Medieval Benedictine monk B...

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Community Reviews Summary of 284 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
emotional 33%
relaxing 33%
adventurous 22%
lighthearted 22%
challenging 11%
dark 11%
reflective 11%

Pace

medium 77%
fast 11%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Average rating

3.88

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