The Game of Love and Death by Martha Brockenbrough

The Game of Love and Death

Martha Brockenbrough

fiction contemporary fantasy magical realism emotional reflective slow-paced

352 pages | first published 2015

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Antony and Cleopatra. Helen of Troy and Paris. Romeo and Juliet. And now... Henry and Flora.For centuries Love and Death have chosen their players. They have set the rules, rolled the dice, and kept close, ready to influence, angling for supremacy...
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Summary of 912 reviews

Moods

emotional 92%
reflective 55%
hopeful 40%
inspiring 37%
sad 29%
adventurous 25%
dark 22%
tense 22%
challenging 18%
mysterious 18%
funny 11%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 30%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 25% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.7

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