An Echo in the Darkness by Francine Rivers

An Echo in the Darkness

Mark of the Lion #2

Francine Rivers

461 pages first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction historical religion emotional medium-paced

Description

A prosperous trader, Marcus Lucianus Valerian has made a fortune providing sand and slaves for the Roman games. But Hadassah, a slave in his family's household, has enchanted him with her quiet beauty and her staunch faith in Christ. When Marcus' ...

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Moods

emotional 84%
inspiring 71%
hopeful 50%
reflective 50%
challenging 43%
adventurous 40%
sad 34%
tense 25%
dark 6%
informative 3%
mysterious 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 74%
slow 19%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 69% | A mix: 30%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

4.46

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