Basil by Wilkie Collins

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"In Basil's secret and unconsummated marriage to the linen-draper's sexually precocious daughter, and the shocking betrayal, insanity, and death that follow, Wilkie Collins reveals the bustling, commercial London of the 19th century wreaking its v...

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Community Reviews Summary of 123 reviews

Moods

dark 85%
emotional 71%
mysterious 71%
adventurous 28%
reflective 28%
sad 28%
tense 28%
challenging 14%

Pace

slow 42%
medium 42%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.45

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