Dark Tides by Philippa Gregory

Dark Tides

The Fairmile #2

Philippa Gregory

464 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction historical dark tense slow-paced

Description

#1 New York Times bestselling author Philippa Gregory's new historical novel tracks the rise of the Tidelands family in London, Venice, and New England. Midsummer Eve 1670. Two unexpected visitors arrive at a shabby warehouse on the south side of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 376 reviews

Moods

mysterious 60%
tense 55%
dark 46%
adventurous 41%
emotional 36%
informative 18%
sad 15%
reflective 8%
challenging 3%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%
hopeful 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

slow 52%
medium 44%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 26% | Plot: 26%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 28% | Yes: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.43

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