Pompeii by Robert Harris

Pompeii

Robert Harris with John Lee (Narrator)

10 hours, 4 minutes first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction historical mystery thriller mysterious tense slow-paced

Description

With his trademark elegance and intelligence Robert Harris recreates a world on the brink of disaster. All along the Mediterranean coast, the Roman empire's richest citizens are relaxing in their luxurious villas, enjoying the last days of summer...

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Moods

adventurous 75%
informative 62%
tense 62%
emotional 16%
mysterious 16%
sad 13%
challenging 10%
dark 10%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
reflective 2%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 26%
fast 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 53% | A mix: 40% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4% | Yes: 4%

Average rating

3.59

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