The Hot Rock by Donald E. Westlake

304 pages first pub 1970 (editions)

fiction crime mystery adventurous funny mysterious fast-paced
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Description

The Hot Rock introduces John Archibald Dortmunder, the thief whose capers never quite come off, as he and his convict friends plot to steal the fabulous Balaboma Emerald.

Community Reviews Summary of 349 reviews

Moods

adventurous 76%
funny 68%
lighthearted 64%
mysterious 36%
tense 12%
dark 4%
emotional 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

fast 84%
medium 12%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 30% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.73

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