A Trace of Poison by Colleen Cambridge

304 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction mystery dark lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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A Trace of Poison by Colleen Cambridge is a captivating read for fans of historical mysteries, cozy whodunits, and literary intrigue, who will delight in the clever blend of writing, wit, and 1930s charm that will keep them guessing until the very end.

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Mystery fans will revel in this historical series set in the fascinating world of Agatha Christie, as her ever-capable housekeeper endeavors to solve mysteries far stranger than fiction—a treat for fans of Anna Lee Huber, Jacqueline Winspear, Alys...

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Community Reviews

3.84
based on 232 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 98%

lighthearted: 50%

adventurous: 47%

funny: 15%

dark: 11%

tense: 11%

challenging: 7%

relaxing: 7%

reflective: 5%

emotional: 1%

hopeful: 1%


Pace

32% of readers chose fast
62% of readers chose medium
6% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

57% of readers chose Plot
42% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

25% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
54% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

78% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

47% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
36% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

15% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
63% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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