The Rule of Four by Ian Caldwell

The Rule of Four

Ian Caldwell

12 hours, 53 minutes first pub 2004 (editions) user-added

fiction historical mystery thriller adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

An ivy league murder, a mysterious coded manuscript, and the secrets of a Renaissance prince collide memorably in The Rule of Four -- a brilliant work of fiction that weaves together suspense and scholarship, high art and unimaginable treachery.It...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,603 reviews

Moods

mysterious 81%
adventurous 62%
challenging 37%
dark 33%
tense 29%
informative 25%
emotional 22%
reflective 18%
sad 11%
hopeful 7%
lighthearted 7%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 25%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Plot: 33% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 63% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 17%

Average rating

3.12

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