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The Spellman Files (The Spellmans, #1)

Lisa Lutz
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The Spellman Files (The Spellmans, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Lisa Lutz

The Spellman Files (The Spellmans, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

6

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz follows a person named Isabel "Izzy" Spellman, who works as a private investigator in her family's detective agency. The narrative delves into her complex family dynamics and various cases she takes on, blending mystery and humor.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

38,422 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz has garnered a mixed to positive reception. Criticized for occasional predictability, it is praised for its humor, quirky characters, and engaging narrative. The blend of mystery and comedy resonates well, but some readers find the pacing uneven. Overall, it is deemed an entertaining read with distinctive charm.

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Who Should Read The Spellman Files (The Spellmans, #1)?

Readers who enjoy quirky, dysfunctional family dynamics with a touch of mystery, similar to the humor found in Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series, will love Lisa Lutz's The Spellman Files. Ideal for those who appreciate light-hearted detective stories and irreverent, witty protagonists.

4.0

38,422 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

6

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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