A Net for Small Fishes by Lucy Jago

A Net for Small Fishes

Lucy Jago

352 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction historical challenging informative reflective slow-paced

Description

Based on the true scandal that rocked the court of James I, A Net for Small Fishes is the most gripping novel you'll read this year: an exhilarating dive into the pitch-dark waters of the Jacobean courtFrances Howard has beauty and a powerful fami...

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Community Reviews Summary of 303 reviews

Moods

emotional 51%
dark 44%
tense 43%
sad 41%
informative 37%
reflective 34%
challenging 26%
mysterious 21%
adventurous 18%
inspiring 9%
hopeful 3%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 39%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Character: 27% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.77

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