Hell To Pay by George Pelecanos

344 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller dark mysterious fast-paced
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The second novel starring Derek Strange and Terry Quinn - grizzled PI and erratic ex-cop. Set in darkest, downtown Washington, HELL TO PAY begins with Quinn and Strange dealing with the usual detritus of the world's most violent city - a bent cop ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 115 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 100%
adventurous 50%
mysterious 50%
sad 50%
emotional 25%
informative 25%
reflective 25%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.62

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