fiction fantasy historical lgbtqia+ emotional reflective slow-paced

400 pages | first published 2014

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Rosie Garland’s extraordinary tale is a story of superstition and devotion in the time of the Black Death and will bewitch both new readers and fans of her much-loved debut, The Palace of Curiosities.Devon, 1349. In Brauntone, where seagulls scree...
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Summary of 70 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 71%
emotional 57%
sad 42%
hopeful 28%
inspiring 28%
reflective 28%
tense 28%
adventurous 14%
challenging 14%
funny 14%

Pace

medium 85%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.13

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