The Wisdom of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton

The Wisdom of Father Brown

Father Brown #2

G.K. Chesterton

256 pages first pub 1914 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery short stories mysterious medium-paced
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The second volume of stories featuring the most unlikely detective in literature - now the basis for a major BBC TV adaptation starring Mark Williams. The ingenious amateur detective Father Brown is put to the test again in this second collection ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 286 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
lighthearted 38%
adventurous 23%
reflective 23%
relaxing 23%
funny 15%
dark 7%
informative 7%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 30%
slow 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 54% | A mix: 27% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 92% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 90% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.45

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