Ivanhoe by Walter Scott

19 hours, 40 minutes first pub 1819 (editions)

fiction classics historical adventurous slow-paced

Description

Set in England during Richard I's reign, Sir Walter Scott's fanciful, vivid reinterpretation of medieval life is a successful blend of fact, myth, and romance. Upon returning from the Crusades, where he served with King Richard I, Wilfred of Ivanh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,833 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
challenging 22%
funny 22%
informative 14%
emotional 12%
lighthearted 12%
reflective 12%
dark 9%
tense 9%
mysterious 7%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 3%
sad 1%

Pace

slow 51%
medium 44%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 55% | A mix: 38% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 22% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 39% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.51

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