Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell
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Susanna Clarke
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Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell

Susanna Clarke

1006 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous mysterious slow-paced

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Two magicians shall appear in England. The first shall fear me; the second shall long to behold me …The year is 1806. England is beleaguered by the long war with Napoleon, and centuries have passed since practical magicians faded into the nation's...

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Moods

mysterious 83%
adventurous 72%
dark 42%
funny 36%
challenging 30%
reflective 19%
emotional 15%
tense 12%
lighthearted 9%
sad 7%
informative 6%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 5%
hopeful 4%

Pace

slow 78%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Character: 32% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 35% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 49% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.95

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