The Pleasures of Men by Kate Williams

The Pleasures of Men

Kate Williams

366 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

July 1840: The young Queen Victoria has just entered her third year on the throne when a major recession brings London's desperate and destitute into its sweltering streets. While the city crackles with tension, orphaned Catherine Sorgeiul stays l...

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Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 75%
sad 75%
tense 75%
emotional 50%
challenging 25%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

2.67

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