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The Broken Shore

Peter Temple
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The Broken Shore

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Peter Temple

The Broken Shore

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

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Broken Shore by Peter Temple follows Joe Cashin, a detective recovering from personal and professional setbacks, as he investigates the murder of a wealthy man in a small Australian town. The story explores themes of corruption, race, and redemption, while unraveling the complexities of the local community and Cashin's own life.

Gritty

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

9,842 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Peter Temple's The Broken Shore is lauded for its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, drawing readers into its complex mystery. Temple's prose is both sharp and evocative, though some may find the pacing slow and the narrative dense. Character development is strong, with nuanced portrayals that enrich the story. However, readers seeking fast-paced thrillers might be left wanting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Broken Shore?

Readers who enjoy The Broken Shore by Peter Temple are likely fans of gritty crime fiction with rich character development and atmospheric settings. They might also appreciate books like The Dry by Jane Harper and Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carré for their intricate plots and moral complexities.

4.1

9,842 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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