fiction classics historical challenging emotional slow-paced

589 pages | first published 1894

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This glorious saga unfolds against the backdrop of ancient Rome--from the Forum to the Coliseum, from banquet halls to summer retreats in Naples, from the luxurious houses of the nobility to the hovels of the poor, Quo Vadis richly depicts a place...
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Summary of 746 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
informative 61%
reflective 57%
adventurous 47%
inspiring 47%
sad 42%
tense 38%
challenging 33%
funny 19%
hopeful 19%
dark 14%
mysterious 14%
lighthearted 9%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 45%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 65% | Character: 15% | Plot: 15% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 15%

Average rating

3.77

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