Phineas Finn by Anthony Trollope, John Sutherland

752 pages first pub 1865 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

The second of Trollope\'s "Palliser" novels introduces its title character, Phineas Finn, a talented but naive doctor\'s son from Ireland with Parliamentary aspirations. He must make numerous practical and ethical choices regarding his career, his...

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Community Reviews Summary of 87 reviews

Moods

funny 83%
lighthearted 41%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
relaxing 33%
reflective 25%
challenging 16%
mysterious 16%
hopeful 8%

Pace

slow 58%
medium 41%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 40% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

3.83

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