Towards Zero by Agatha Christie

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One of Agatha Christie's own ten favorite novels, Towards Zero puts Superintendent Battle and Inspector Leach on the case as they investigate the murder of an elderly widow.What is the connection among a failed suicide attempt, a wrongful accusati...

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Moods

mysterious 94%
tense 34%
dark 31%
adventurous 29%
challenging 12%
emotional 11%
reflective 7%
lighthearted 6%
sad 4%
relaxing 2%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 43%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 53% | A mix: 34% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

No: 51% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 32% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.83

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