Plot Summary

Wings of Fire

Charles Todd
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Wings of Fire

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

Book Brief

Charles Todd

Wings of Fire

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Wings of Fire by Charles Todd, Inspector Ian Rutledge is sent to the village of Borcombe in Cornwall to investigate the recent deaths in the prominent Trevelyan family, which include the double-suicide of Olivia Marlowe and her half-brother, and the death of Stephen FitzHugh. Amidst uncovering family secrets and battling his own war-induced trauma, Rutledge must determine whether these deaths are linked to past tragedies or present motives. The book deals with issues such as trauma, suicide, and loss.

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Suspenseful

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

13,597 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Wings of Fire by Charles Todd has been praised for its compelling historical context and intricate character development, adding depth to the World War I setting. Critics found the mystery engaging, though some felt the pacing was uneven. Despite minor flaws in narrative consistency, it remains a well-received addition to the Inspector Ian Rutledge series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wings of Fire?

A reader who enjoys Wings of Fire by Charles Todd would be captivated by intricate World War I settings, complex characters, and traditional murder mysteries. Fans of Louise Penny's Still Life and Jacqueline Winspear's Maisie Dobbs would find a similar blend of historical context and detective work engaging.

4.2

13,597 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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