Queen's Own Fool: A Novel of Mary, Queen of Scots by Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris

Queen's Own Fool: A Novel of Mary, Queen of Scots

Stuart Quartet #1

Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris

390 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction historical young adult adventurous emotional informative medium-paced

Description

Nicola is a resourceful jester to the court of Mary, Queen of Scots, and a most unlikely friend to the queen. As fate takes Mary from France to Scotland and into confrontations with rebellious lords and devious advisors, Nicola remains deep in the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 298 reviews

Moods

adventurous 75%
emotional 75%
dark 50%
informative 50%
inspiring 50%
challenging 25%
hopeful 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | N/A: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | N/A: 25% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.72

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