The Final Solution: A Story of Detection by Michael Chabon

The Final Solution: A Story of Detection

Michael Chabon with Michael York (Narrator)

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fiction crime historical mystery mysterious slow-paced
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The year is 1944; the war hangs in the balance. In deep retirement in the English countryside, the 90-year old master of detection (never called by name) has not been called on to exercise his superb gifts for some years. His famous reputation has...

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Moods

mysterious 73%
reflective 36%
adventurous 23%
emotional 21%
sad 21%
hopeful 19%
lighthearted 17%
challenging 15%
dark 13%
funny 13%
informative 8%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 4%
tense 2%

Pace

slow 37%
medium 33%
fast 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 36% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 21% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.29

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