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Hidden Depths

Ann Cleeves
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Hidden Depths

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Ann Cleeves

Hidden Depths

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

Northumberland, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Hidden Depths by Ann Cleeves, Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope investigates the murders of two individuals found in water with flowers arranged around them. Set in a coastal community, the novel delves into the personal and hidden secrets of those involved, as Vera navigates complex relationships to uncover the truth behind the deaths.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

26,821 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hidden Depths by Ann Cleeves is praised for its atmospheric setting and strong character development. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and its engaging mystery elements. However, some critics find the pacing slow and the resolution predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of nuanced crime stories, despite minor drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hidden Depths?

Readers who enjoy Hidden Depths by Ann Cleeves are drawn to atmospheric crime novels, intricate plots, and strong character development. Fans of Louise Penny's Still Life or Tana French's In the Woods will find this detective story with its rich setting and complex protagonist particularly compelling.

4.3

26,821 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

Northumberland, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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