Genghis: Lords of the Bow by Conn Iggulden

Genghis: Lords of the Bow

Conqueror #2

Conn Iggulden

387 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous challenging dark medium-paced

Description

Genghis unites Mongol tribes to cross the Gobi Desert and fight the Chin - gleaming cities, soaring walls, and canals. Laying siege to one fortress after another, Genghis cunningly crushes each enemy differently, overcoming moats, barriers, decept...

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Community Reviews Summary of 464 reviews

Moods

adventurous 91%
informative 58%
dark 41%
tense 25%
inspiring 16%
sad 16%
challenging 8%
mysterious 8%
reflective 8%

Pace

medium 69%
fast 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 41% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 58% | Yes: 25% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | No: 36%

Average rating

4.15

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