Monk's Hood by Ellis Peters

Monk's Hood

Chronicles of Brother Cadfael #3

Ellis Peters

280 pages • first pub 1980 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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Description

Christmas 1138, a local dignitary is poisoned with one of the herbalist's own concoctions and Brother Cadfael has to defend himself against charges of murder.

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Moods

mysterious 96%
adventurous 41%
hopeful 24%
reflective 17%
relaxing 15%
funny 13%
lighthearted 12%
dark 10%
emotional 8%
informative 8%
sad 6%
tense 5%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 26%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 43% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 51% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4% | Yes: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 8%

Average rating

3.87

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