The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton

The Miniaturist

The Miniaturist #1

Jessie Burton

433 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical mystery dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
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The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton is a captivating read for fans of atmospheric and suspenseful historical fiction, particularly those who enjoy exploring complex family dynamics, secrets, and the intricate relationships between women, making it a perfect fit for readers who appreciate stories of love, obsession, and the blurred lines between truth and deception.

Description

There is nothing hidden that will not be revealed ... On an autumn day in 1686, eighteen-year-old Nella Oortman knocks at the door of a grand house in the wealthiest quarter of Amsterdam. She has come from the country to begin a new life as the...

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Community Reviews

3.51
based on 16,488 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 83%

emotional: 56%

dark: 48%

sad: 44%

tense: 34%

reflective: 20%

adventurous: 16%

challenging: 11%

hopeful: 6%

informative: 6%

inspiring: 3%


Pace

9% of readers chose fast
56% of readers chose medium
34% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

18% of readers chose Plot
50% of readers chose A mix
30% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

71% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

46% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
19% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

68% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

56% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
22% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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