The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

Hercule Poirot #4

Agatha Christie with Louise Penny (Contributor)

319 pages • first pub 1926 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

The official edition of the beloved classic voted by the British Crime Writers' Association as the "Best Crime Novel of all Time," now featuring a new introduction by Louise Penny, a foreword from Agatha Christie's great grandson, and exclusive co...

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Moods

mysterious 97%
adventurous 30%
tense 30%
dark 16%
challenging 14%
funny 11%
lighthearted 8%
reflective 8%
relaxing 5%
emotional 1%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 38%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 26% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 31% | No: 26% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.22

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