A review by brocuspocus
The Alienist by Caleb Carr

adventurous dark informative slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

One of the most unevenly-paced books I've ever read. A good story, but bogged down by unnecessary exposition and large gaps in development. 

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