The Antiquary by Nicola J. Watson, Walter Scott

528 pages first pub 1816 (editions)

fiction classics historical challenging slow-paced

Description

A mysterious young man calling himself 'Lovel' travels idly but fatefully toward the Scottish seaside town of Fairport. Here he is befriended by the antiquary Jonathan Oldbuck, who has taken refuge from his own personal disappointments in the obse...

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Community Reviews Summary of 26 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
informative 100%
lighthearted 100%
mysterious 100%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.27

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