The Gates of Rome by Conn Iggulden

The Gates of Rome

Emperor #1

Conn Iggulden

448 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous fast-paced

Description

Rarely, if ever, does a new writer dazzle us with such a vivid imagination and storytelling, flawlessly capturing the essence of a land, a people, a legend. Conn Iggulden is just such a writer, bringing to vivid life one of the most fascinating er...

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Community Reviews Summary of 577 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 40%
challenging 26%
informative 20%
dark 13%
emotional 13%
funny 6%
inspiring 6%
sad 6%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 40%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | Plot: 28% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.88

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