fiction classics funny lighthearted reflective slow-paced

418 pages | first published 1857

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Trollope's comic masterpiece of plotting and backstabbing opens as the Bishop of Barchester lies on his deathbed. Soon a pitched battle breaks out over who will take power, involving, among others, the zealous reformer Dr Proudie, his fiendish wif...
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Summary of 508 reviews

Moods

funny 80%
lighthearted 58%
reflective 58%
hopeful 25%
relaxing 25%
emotional 22%
challenging 12%
informative 6%
tense 6%
adventurous 3%
inspiring 3%

Pace

slow 68%
medium 31%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 43% | A mix: 39% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 92% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.97

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