fiction historical lgbtqia+ challenging informative slow-paced

672 pages | first published 2004

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Lord Derby, unhappily married and the inventor of the horse race that bears his name, is the steadfast suitor of England's leading comedy star, Eliza Farren. When the working-class actress begins a deep friendship with the aristocratic widow Anne ...
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Summary of 164 reviews

Moods

challenging 50%
hopeful 50%
sad 50%
emotional 25%
informative 25%
lighthearted 25%
reflective 25%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.53

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