Mistress of Rome by Kate Quinn

Mistress of Rome

The Empress of Rome #1

Kate Quinn

16 hours • first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction historical romance emotional fast-paced

Description

The first in an unforgettable historical saga from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network. First-century Rome: A ruthless emperor watches over all--and fixes his gaze on one young woman... Thea is a slave girl fro...

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Moods

adventurous 67%
tense 64%
dark 58%
emotional 54%
challenging 24%
sad 20%
hopeful 18%
mysterious 11%
inspiring 7%
informative 5%
reflective 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 31%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Plot: 25% | Character: 18% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 17% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 46% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | No: 39% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

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