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A review by natashaball
The Word Is Murder by Anthony Horowitz
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Excellent premise - the author putting himself in a fictional murder story, even in the acknowledgments. A few unexpected twists and turns, and the ones I thought would happen never did, which was great! Definitely recommend.
Graphic: Murder, Death, Violence, and Child death
Moderate: Homophobia and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Pedophilia and Suicidal thoughts