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188 pages • first pub 1968 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553203042
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
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Description
Nicely contrived tale of multiple murders, all according to plan, for depriving a young woman of her inheritance. Systematic investigation by Inspector Sloan, red herrings (but not in excess), and a modest touch of love interest.
Community Reviews Summary of 111 reviews
Moods
adventurous 25%
lighthearted 25%
tense 25%
dark 12%
emotional 12%
funny 12%
hopeful 12%
Pace
medium 37%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 66% | A mix: 16% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 42% | N/A: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Car accident, Death of parent, MurderModerate
Grief188 pages • first pub 1968 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553203042
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Nicely contrived tale of multiple murders, all according to plan, for depriving a young woman of her inheritance. Systematic investigation by Inspector Sloan, red herrings (but not in excess), and a modest touch of love interest.
Community Reviews Summary of 111 reviews
Moods
adventurous 25%
lighthearted 25%
tense 25%
dark 12%
emotional 12%
funny 12%
hopeful 12%
Pace
medium 37%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 66% | A mix: 16% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 42% | N/A: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Car accident, Death of parent, MurderModerate
Grief