The Queen's Fortune: A Novel of Desiree, Napoleon, and the Dynasty That Outlasted the Empire by Allison Pataki

The Queen's Fortune: A Novel of Desiree, Napoleon, and the Dynasty That Outlasted the Empire

Allison Pataki

448 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction historical romance emotional informative slow-paced

Description

A sweeping novel about the extraordinary woman who captured Napoleon's heart, created a dynasty, and changed the course of history--from the New York Times bestselling author of The Traitor's Wife, The Accidental Empress, and Sisi. As the French...

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Moods

emotional 72%
informative 54%
reflective 45%
adventurous 27%
hopeful 18%
inspiring 18%
lighthearted 18%
sad 18%
tense 9%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 41%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 45%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 30% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.94

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