The Red Pavilion by Robert van Gulik

175 pages first pub 1961 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery mysterious fast-paced
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A.D. 668A chance encounter with Autumn Moon, the most powerful courtesan on Paradise Island, leads Judge Dee to investigate three deaths. Although he finally teases the true story from a tangled history of passion and betrayal, Dee is saddened by ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 63 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 40%
reflective 40%
dark 20%
relaxing 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.98

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