Fools and Mortals by Bernard Cornwell

Fools and Mortals

Bernard Cornwell

fiction historical adventurous informative slow-paced

369 pages | first published 2017

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New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell makes a dramatic departure with this enthralling, action-packed standalone novel that tells the story of the first production of A Midsummer’s Night Dream—as related by William Shakespeare’s estra...
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Summary of 272 reviews

Moods

adventurous 70%
informative 50%
funny 40%
emotional 30%
inspiring 30%
lighthearted 30%
tense 20%
dark 10%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 10%
reflective 10%
relaxing 10%

Pace

slow 45%
medium 27%
fast 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Average rating

3.66

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