The Book Of Evidence by John Banville
The Book Of Evidence
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John Banville
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The Book Of Evidence

Frames: The Freddie Montgomery Trilogy #1

John Banville

219 pages • first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction mystery dark mysterious reflective slow-paced
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Freddie Montgomery is a gentleman first and a murderer second. He committed two crimes - he stole a painting from a wealthy family friend and he killed a chambermaid who caught him in the act. Here he tells his story.

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Moods

dark 100%
challenging 52%
reflective 47%
mysterious 35%
tense 35%
emotional 29%
funny 23%
adventurous 5%
informative 5%
sad 5%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 35%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 53% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 41%

Loveable characters?

No: 93% | It's complicated: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.55

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