Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay

Darkly Dreaming Dexter

Dexter #1

Jeff Lindsay

306 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction crime horror mystery thriller dark mysterious tense fast-paced
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Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay is a gripping and suspenseful read that will captivate fans of crime, mystery, and thriller enthusiasts who enjoy complex characters, dark themes, and the intricate dance between good and evil, set against the vibrant backdrop of Miami.

Description

Dexter Morgan isn't exactly the kind of man you'd bring home to your mum. At heart, he's the perfect gentleman: he has a shy girlfriend, and seems to lead a quiet, normal life bordering on the mundane. Despite the fact that he can't stand the sigh...

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Community Reviews

3.63
based on 13,189 reviews

Moods

dark: 95%

mysterious: 66%

tense: 52%

funny: 44%

adventurous: 15%

challenging: 7%

emotional: 6%

reflective: 5%

lighthearted: 4%

sad: 1%


Pace

52% of readers chose fast
42% of readers chose medium
4% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

17% of readers chose Plot
51% of readers chose A mix
30% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

24% of readers chose Yes
29% of readers chose Complicated
44% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

35% of readers chose Yes
47% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

62% of readers chose Yes
8% of readers chose Complicated
26% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

88% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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