Jackaby by William Ritter

299 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical mystery young adult adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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Description

Newly arrived in New Fiddleham, New England, in 1892, and in need of a job, Abigail Rook meets R.F. Jackaby, an investigator of the unexplained with a keen eye for the extraordinary - including the ability to see supernatural beings. Abigail has a...

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Moods

adventurous 88%
mysterious 84%
funny 55%
lighthearted 42%
dark 16%
tense 14%
emotional 6%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 3%
challenging 2%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 58%
medium 37%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 47% | A mix: 42% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.73

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