The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer

The Black Moth

Georgette Heyer

282 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction classics historical romance mysterious slow-paced

Description

The Black Moth was Georgette Heyer's debut novel. She was only 19 and it surprised the publishing world by selling more than 200,000 copies in 1921. Georgette Heyer essentially invented Regency Romance. This novel is set in 1751 and has Lords, Lad...

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Community Reviews Summary of 370 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
lighthearted 75%
funny 55%
emotional 30%
relaxing 25%
hopeful 15%
mysterious 15%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 45%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 31% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 94% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.43

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