Dead Man's Blues by Ray Celestin

336 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery mysterious fast-paced
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*Shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger for Best Crime Novel of 2017*Dead Man's Blues is the gripping historical crime novel from Ray Celestin, following on from the events of his debut The Axeman's Jazz, winner of the CWA John Creasey (New Blood) Da...

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Community Reviews Summary of 207 reviews

Moods

dark 95%
mysterious 90%
tense 75%
adventurous 40%
emotional 30%
sad 25%
informative 20%
challenging 10%
reflective 10%
inspiring 5%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 20%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Plot: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 46%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 35% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.01

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