The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex

The Lamplighters

Emma Stonex

368 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction literary mystery mysterious reflective slow-paced
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The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex is a haunting and suspenseful mystery that will captivate readers who appreciate atmospheric, slow-burning stories that explore the complexities of loss, love, and the human psyche, making it a perfect fit for fans of literary fiction and mystery enthusiasts who crave a captivating and emotionally resonant reading experience.

Description

They say we'll never know what happened to those men. They say the sea keeps its secrets... Cornwall, 1972. Three keepers vanish from a remote lighthouse, miles from the shore. The entrance door is locked from the inside. The clocks have stoppe...

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Community Reviews

3.54
based on 4,208 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 94%

dark: 61%

emotional: 42%

reflective: 36%

sad: 35%

tense: 34%

adventurous: 14%

challenging: 11%

informative: 5%

hopeful: 3%


Pace

5% of readers chose fast
48% of readers chose medium
45% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose Plot
41% of readers chose A mix
43% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

38% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
29% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

12% of readers chose Yes
40% of readers chose Complicated
45% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

7% of readers chose Yes
3% of readers chose Complicated
85% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

78% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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