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392 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780575097568
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Gollancz
Publication date: 10 January 2011
Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch is a captivating read for fans of urban fantasy and mystery enthusiasts who crave a electrifying blend of magic, mythology, and police procedural, with a dash of humor and adventure.
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Probationary Constable Peter Grant dreams of being a detective in London’s Metropolitan Police. Too bad his superior plans to assign him to the Case Progression Unit, where the biggest threat he’ll face is a paper cut. But Peter’s prospects change...
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Addiction, Vomit, Rape392 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780575097568
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Gollancz
Publication date: 10 January 2011
Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch is a captivating read for fans of urban fantasy and mystery enthusiasts who crave a electrifying blend of magic, mythology, and police procedural, with a dash of humor and adventure.
Description
Probationary Constable Peter Grant dreams of being a detective in London’s Metropolitan Police. Too bad his superior plans to assign him to the Case Progression Unit, where the biggest threat he’ll face is a paper cut. But Peter’s prospects change...
Community Reviews Summary of 19,500 reviews
Moods
mysterious 78%
funny 63%
dark 31%
lighthearted 21%
tense 20%
informative 5%
challenging 3%
emotional 3%
relaxing 2%
hopeful 1%
reflective 1%
sad 1%
Pace
fast 30%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 50% | A mix: 43% | Character: 5%Strong character development?
Yes: 42% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 89% | No: 4% | It's complicated: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 59% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Violence, Murder, GoreModerate
Child death, Racism, SexismMinor
Addiction, Vomit, Rape