To Shield the Queen by Fiona Buckley

To Shield the Queen

Ursula Blanchard #1

Fiona Buckley

328 pages first pub 1997 (editions)

fiction historical mystery adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

In this compelling debut of her historical mystery series, Fiona Buckley introduces Ursula Blanchard, a widowed young mother who has become lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I. Armed with a sharp eye, dangerous curiosity, and uncanny intelligence...

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Community Reviews Summary of 145 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 75%
mysterious 75%
challenging 25%
emotional 25%
tense 25%

Pace

slow 40%
medium 40%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.56

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