The Cardinal's Blade by Pierre Pevel

The Cardinal's Blade

Les Lames du Cardinal #1

Pierre Pevel

380 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous medium-paced

Description

Paris, 1633. Louis XIII reigns over France and Cardinal Richelieu governs the country. Richelieu keeps a constant eye on the enemies of the Crown to avoid their assassination attempts, thwart their spies and avert their warmongering. But he's up a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 76 reviews

Moods

adventurous 85%
mysterious 42%
tense 28%
informative 14%
lighthearted 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

medium 42%
fast 42%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 85% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

3.45

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