The Cadaver of Gideon Wyck by Alexander Laing

The Cadaver of Gideon Wyck

Alexander Laing

318 pages first pub 1934 (editions)

fiction horror mystery science fiction dark mysterious medium-paced
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Strange mysteries abound in a small Maine town. Why did the brilliant, but cruel, Dr. Gideon Wyck perform an unnecessary amputation on one of his patients? Why does that patient now insist that black devils are trying to steal his soul? What is be...

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Community Reviews Summary of 13 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 100%
challenging 50%
informative 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%
tense 50%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.46

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