fiction classics historical adventurous informative medium-paced

310 pages | first published 1950

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Here we meet Horatio Hornblower, a young man of 17, in this Volume #1 of what becomes the 11 volume set about the career of this British Naval officer fighting against Napoleon and his tyranny of Europe as an inexperienced midshipman in January 17...
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Summary of 501 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 47%
tense 28%
inspiring 14%
funny 9%
hopeful 9%
lighthearted 9%
challenging 4%
emotional 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 77%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 35% | Character: 35% | Plot: 28%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.88

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