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Broken Homes (Rivers of London, #4)

Ben Aaronovitch
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Broken Homes (Rivers of London, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Ben Aaronovitch

Broken Homes (Rivers of London, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Broken Homes by Ben Aaronovitch follows a police officer and a wizard-in-training as they investigate supernatural incidents in London. The story intertwines elements of mystery and fantasy, focusing on strange occurrences related to a modernist housing estate. Part of the Rivers of London series, it blends urban fantasy with procedural crime-solving.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

64,555 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Broken Homes by Ben Aaronovitch continues to blend urban fantasy with police procedural elements, receiving praise for its engaging world-building and witty dialogue. However, some critics find the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. While the vivid London setting and character development captivate many, the complex story may alienate new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Broken Homes (Rivers of London, #4)?

Fans of urban fantasy with a penchant for detective fiction will relish Broken Homes by Ben Aaronovitch. Comparable to works like The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher and Rivers of London, this novel blends supernatural elements with gritty, modern storytelling, ideal for readers who enjoy layered, magical mysteries.

4.3

64,555 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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