594 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
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In his most dazzling novel since the groundbreaking New York Times bestseller An Instance of the Fingerpost, Iain Pears tells the story of John Stone, financier and arms dealer, a man so wealthy that in the years before World War One he was able t...
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594 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In his most dazzling novel since the groundbreaking New York Times bestseller An Instance of the Fingerpost, Iain Pears tells the story of John Stone, financier and arms dealer, a man so wealthy that in the years before World War One he was able t...
Community Reviews Summary of 289 reviews
Moods
dark 50%
tense 50%
adventurous 25%
challenging 25%
reflective 25%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 50% | Character: 50%Strong character development?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
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If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.