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215 pages • first pub 1992 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780312069087
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Publication date: 01 February 1992
Description
Blanche White lends a refreshing African-American, female twist to the mystery tradition, as she turns from domestic worker to insightful--if reluctant--sleuth. A middle-aged housekeeper with a strong sense of humor, Blanche becomes an unlikely ye...
Community Reviews Summary of 593 reviews
Moods
tense 50%
adventurous 34%
dark 30%
funny 27%
emotional 17%
reflective 16%
challenging 11%
sad 9%
lighthearted 5%
inspiring 4%
hopeful 3%
informative 2%
Pace
fast 25%
slow 11%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 44% | Plot: 39% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 94% | No: 3% | It's complicated: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Racial slurs, MurderModerate
Alcoholism, Ableism, ViolenceMinor
Rape, Fire/Fire injury, Police brutality215 pages • first pub 1992 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780312069087
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Publication date: 01 February 1992
Description
Blanche White lends a refreshing African-American, female twist to the mystery tradition, as she turns from domestic worker to insightful--if reluctant--sleuth. A middle-aged housekeeper with a strong sense of humor, Blanche becomes an unlikely ye...
Community Reviews Summary of 593 reviews
Moods
tense 50%
adventurous 34%
dark 30%
funny 27%
emotional 17%
reflective 16%
challenging 11%
sad 9%
lighthearted 5%
inspiring 4%
hopeful 3%
informative 2%
Pace
fast 25%
slow 11%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 44% | Plot: 39% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 94% | No: 3% | It's complicated: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Racial slurs, MurderModerate
Alcoholism, Ableism, ViolenceMinor
Rape, Fire/Fire injury, Police brutality