Scrublands by Chris Hammer

496 pages first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious tense medium-paced
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In an isolated country town brought to its knees by endless drought, a charismatic and dedicated young priest calmly opens fire on his congregation, killing five parishioners before being shot dead himself. A year later, troubled journalist Martin...

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Moods

mysterious 86%
dark 64%
tense 60%
adventurous 36%
emotional 18%
challenging 14%
reflective 12%
sad 11%
hopeful 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 59%
slow 22%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 37% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.68

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