The Burden by Mary Westmacott, Agatha Christie

223 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction mystery romance dark mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Laura Franklin bitterly resented the arrival of her younger sister Shirley, an enchanting baby loved by all the family. But Laura's emotions towards her sister changed dramatically one night, when she vowed to protect her with all her strength and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 154 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
emotional 60%
sad 50%
dark 30%
tense 30%
mysterious 20%
challenging 10%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 30%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 37% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.4

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