The Secret History of Moscow by Ekaterina Sedia

The Secret History of Moscow

Ekaterina Sedia

303 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction fantasy magical realism mystery adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

Every city contains secret places. Moscow in the tumultuous 1990s is no different, its citizens seeking safety in a world below the streets -- a dark, cavernous world of magic, weeping trees, and albino jackdaws, where exiled pagan dei

Community Reviews Summary of 212 reviews

Moods

mysterious 77%
adventurous 66%
dark 44%
informative 33%
reflective 33%
tense 33%
challenging 11%
emotional 11%
inspiring 11%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 33%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 28% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Average rating

3.43

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