Dead Man's Folly by Agatha Christie

288 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery mysterious medium-paced
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Whilst organising a mock murder hunt for the village fete hosted by Sir George and Lady Stubbs, a feeling of dread settles on the famous crime novelist Adriane Oliver. Call it instinct, but it's a feeling she just can't explain...or get away from....

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,054 reviews

Moods

mysterious 97%
adventurous 28%
dark 21%
tense 19%
lighthearted 9%
challenging 7%
funny 6%
reflective 6%
sad 6%
relaxing 4%
emotional 2%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 29%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 73% | A mix: 21% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 49% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.67

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