Funeral Games by Mary Renault

336 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction historical lgbtqia+ challenging emotional informative medium-paced

Description

After Alexander's death in 323 BC his only direct heirs were two unborn sons and a simpleton half-brother. Wives, distant relatives, and generals all vied for the loyalty of the increasingly undisciplined Macedonian army.

Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
challenging 50%
emotional 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.94

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