Theatre of Marvels by Lianne Dillsworth

Theatre of Marvels

Lianne Dillsworth with Kathryn Drysdale (Narrator)

11 hours, 52 minutes • first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction historical young adult challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

Unruly crowds descend on Crillick's Variety Theatre. A black, British actress, Zillah, is headlining tonight. An orphan from the slums of St Giles, her rise to stardom is her ticket out – to be gawped and gazed at is a price she's willing to pay. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews

Moods

emotional 53%
dark 44%
challenging 42%
tense 42%
adventurous 40%
mysterious 40%
reflective 31%
hopeful 23%
informative 21%
inspiring 19%
sad 12%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 81%
fast 10%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 38% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 8% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.51

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