The Sicilian by Mario Puzo

The Sicilian

The Godfather #2

Mario Puzo

416 pages first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction crime thriller mysterious medium-paced

Description

After Mario Puzo wrote his internationally acclaimed The Godfather, he has often been imitated but never equaled. Puzo's classic novel, The Sicilian, stands as a cornerstone of his work--a lushly romantic, unforgettable tale of bloodshed, justic...

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Community Reviews Summary of 614 reviews

Moods

adventurous 77%
tense 55%
dark 48%
mysterious 37%
emotional 18%
sad 14%
challenging 11%
informative 11%
reflective 7%
funny 3%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 29%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 29% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 48% | Yes: 28% | No: 24%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 58% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.8

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