The Darling Strumpet: A Novel of Nell Gwynn, Who Captured the Heart of England and King Charles by Gillian Bagwell

The Darling Strumpet: A Novel of Nell Gwynn, Who Captured the Heart of England and King Charles

Gillian Bagwell

384 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction historical romance emotional medium-paced

Description

From London's slums to its bawdy playhouses, The Darling Strumpet charts the meteoric rise of the dazzling Nell Gwynn, who captivates the heart of King Charles II--and becomes one of the century's most famous courtesans... Witty and beautiful, Ne...

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emotional 100%
lighthearted 50%

Pace

medium 100%

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Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

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