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368 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781409172901
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Orion
Publication date: Not specified
For readers who delight in the nostalgic charm of 1950s England, the whimsy of a clever and spirited young sleuth, and the intricate web of family secrets and small-town mysteries, The Grave's a Fine and Private Place by Alan Bradley is a captivating and delightful read.
Description
Flavia is enjoying the summer, spending her days punting along the river with her reluctant family. Languishing in boredom, she drags a slack hand in the water, and catches her fingers in the open mouth of a drowned corpse.Brought to shore, the de...
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Moods
mysterious: 93%
adventurous: 61%
funny: 46%
lighthearted: 33%
tense: 15%
emotional: 13%
dark: 12%
reflective: 8%
hopeful: 6%
informative: 5%
relaxing: 4%
inspiring: 3%
challenging: 2%
sad: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Death, Murder, AddictionModerate
Mental illness, Bullying, BloodMinor
Alcoholism, Racism, Medical content368 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781409172901
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Orion
Publication date: Not specified
For readers who delight in the nostalgic charm of 1950s England, the whimsy of a clever and spirited young sleuth, and the intricate web of family secrets and small-town mysteries, The Grave's a Fine and Private Place by Alan Bradley is a captivating and delightful read.
Description
Flavia is enjoying the summer, spending her days punting along the river with her reluctant family. Languishing in boredom, she drags a slack hand in the water, and catches her fingers in the open mouth of a drowned corpse.Brought to shore, the de...
Community Reviews
Moods
mysterious: 93%
adventurous: 61%
funny: 46%
lighthearted: 33%
tense: 15%
emotional: 13%
dark: 12%
reflective: 8%
hopeful: 6%
informative: 5%
relaxing: 4%
inspiring: 3%
challenging: 2%
sad: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Murder, AddictionModerate
Mental illness, Bullying, BloodMinor
Alcoholism, Racism, Medical content