The Late Show by Michael Connelly

The Late Show

Renée Ballard #1

Michael Connelly

405 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller mysterious fast-paced
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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly, a new thriller introducing a driven young detective trying to prove herself in the LAPDRenée Ballard works the night shift in Hollywood, beginning many investigations but finishing none a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,696 reviews

Moods

mysterious 81%
tense 68%
adventurous 48%
dark 46%
emotional 10%
challenging 7%
informative 7%
sad 5%
hopeful 2%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 2%
funny 1%
reflective 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 47%
medium 43%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Plot: 44% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 53% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 51% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.85

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