The Island of Books by Dominique Fortier

The Island of Books

Dominique Fortier with Rhonda Mullins (Translator)

176 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical reflective slow-paced

Description

A fifteenth-century portrait painter, grieving the untimely death of his unrequited love, takes refuge at the monastery at Mont Saint-Michel, an island off the coast of France. He haunts the halls until the monks assign him the task of copying man...

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Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
inspiring 33%
mysterious 33%
sad 33%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Average rating

3.49

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