The Dark Enquiry by Deanna Raybourn

The Dark Enquiry

Lady Julia Grey #5

Deanna Raybourn

392 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical mystery romance lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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The Dark Enquiry by Deanna Raybourn is a captivating read for fans of historical romance and mystery, particularly those who delight in the intricate dance of relationships, the thrill of unraveling secrets, and the atmospheric settings of 19th-century London.

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Partners now in marriage and in trade, Lady Julia and Nicholas Brisbane have finally returned from abroad to set up housekeeping in London. But merging their respective collections of gadgets, pets and servants leaves little room for the harried n...

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Community Reviews

3.88
based on 1,045 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 92%

adventurous: 88%

dark: 24%

emotional: 24%

funny: 20%

lighthearted: 20%

tense: 20%

hopeful: 8%

informative: 4%

Pace

29% of readers chose fast
66% of readers chose medium
4% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

17% of readers chose Plot
64% of readers chose A mix
17% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

41% of readers chose Yes
29% of readers chose Complicated
29% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

73% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

6% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
73% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
35% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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