Les Poisons de la Couronne by Maurice Druon

Les Poisons de la Couronne

The Accursed Kings #3

Maurice Druon

232 pages • first pub 1956 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous informative medium-paced

Description

'This was the original game of thrones' George R.R. MartinNo man is impervious to the poisons of the crown...Having murdered his wife and exiled his mistress, King Louis X of France becomes besotted with Princess Clemence of Hungary and makes her ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 371 reviews

Moods

informative 71%
adventurous 47%
dark 38%
mysterious 38%
tense 38%
reflective 23%
emotional 14%
challenging 9%
sad 9%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 40%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 36% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 47% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 47% | No: 29% | Yes: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 35%

Average rating

4.03

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