Imperium: A Novel of Ancient Rome by Robert Harris

Imperium: A Novel of Ancient Rome

Cicero #1

Robert Harris

305 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical thriller informative tense medium-paced

Description

When Tiro, the confidential secretary (and slave) of a Roman senator, opens the door to a terrified stranger on a cold November morning, he sets in motion a chain of events that will eventually propel his master into one of the most suspenseful co...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,208 reviews

Moods

informative 77%
tense 44%
adventurous 40%
inspiring 28%
reflective 21%
challenging 20%
mysterious 12%
funny 10%
hopeful 9%
dark 8%
emotional 8%
relaxing 2%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 22%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 30% | Character: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 54% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.95

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