Theft of Life by Imogen Robertson

352 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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Description

London, 1785. When the body of a West Indies planter is found pegged out in the grounds of St Paul's Cathedral, suspicion falls on one of the victim's former slaves, who was found with his watch on the London streets. But it seems the answer is no...

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Community Reviews Summary of 43 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 66%
dark 66%
emotional 66%
challenging 33%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

4.13

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