The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories by Susanna Clarke

The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories

Susanna Clarke

256 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical short stories adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Description

Faerie is never as far away as you think.Sometimes you find you have crossed an invisible line and must cope, as best you can, with petulant princesses, vengeful owls, ladies who pass their time embroidering terrible fates or with endless paths in...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,173 reviews

Moods

mysterious 68%
lighthearted 59%
adventurous 56%
funny 51%
dark 28%
relaxing 18%
reflective 10%
challenging 4%
hopeful 3%
informative 3%
emotional 1%
inspiring 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 25%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Plot: 34% | Character: 11% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 33% | N/A: 21% | Yes: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 37% | N/A: 9% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 14% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

3.87

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