A review by angelaf
The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 If you are looking for a constantly shifting, dark, twisty book with a Gothic feel, The Thirteenth Tale is the book for you. It would be a great read for readers who love Rebecca or Jane Eyre. It is hard to categorize The Thirteenth Tale by genre because of its timeless feel - Does it take place now or in the past? Is it a mystery or realistic fiction? Warning that the book does have some seriously disturbing overtones. While there are not graphic descriptions, cruelty and violence play a major part in the plot. 
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