The Darkest Evening by Ann Cleeves

The Darkest Evening

Vera Stanhope #9

Ann Cleeves

384 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction mystery mysterious medium-paced
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DCI Vera Stanhope returns in the ninth novel in Sunday Times bestseller Ann Cleeves' enduringly popular series. Driving home during a swirling blizzard, Vera Stanhope's only thought is to get there quickly. But with the snow driving down heavily, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 660 reviews

Moods

mysterious 91%
dark 47%
tense 41%
adventurous 27%
emotional 20%
sad 13%
reflective 12%
challenging 6%
hopeful 5%
funny 4%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 2%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 74%
fast 15%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 44% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 42% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 22%

Average rating

4.04

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