A Countess Below Stairs by Eva Ibbotson

A Countess Below Stairs

Eva Ibbotson

383 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction romance young adult emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

A delicious historical romance perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Upstairs, Downstairs After the Russian Revolution turns her world topsy-turvy, Anna, a young Russian countess, has no choice but to flee to England. penniless, Anna hides her a...

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Moods

lighthearted 79%
hopeful 56%
emotional 55%
funny 49%
relaxing 21%
adventurous 15%
inspiring 15%
reflective 10%
informative 4%
challenging 2%
mysterious 2%
sad 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 25%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 35% | Plot: 21% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.86

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