Black Orchids by Lawrence Block, Rex Stout

192 pages first pub 1942 (editions)

fiction crime mystery mysterious fast-paced
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Not much can get Wolfe to leave his comfortable brownstone, but the showing of a rare black orchid lures him to a flower show. Unfortunately, the much-anticipated event is soon overshadowed by a murder as daring as it is sudden. It’s a case of wee...

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Community Reviews Summary of 247 reviews

Moods

mysterious 90%
funny 54%
adventurous 27%
lighthearted 27%
informative 9%
relaxing 9%
tense 9%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 33%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 28% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 44% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.86

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