Equal of the Sun by Anita Amirrezvani

Equal of the Sun

Anita Amirrezvani

431 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction feminism historical challenging informative slow-paced

Description

Iran in 1576 is a place of wealth and dazzling beauty. But when the Shah dies without having named an heir, the court is thrown into tumult. Princess Pari, the Shah’s daughter and protégée, knows more about the inner workings of the state than alm...

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Community Reviews Summary of 139 reviews

Moods

informative 85%
adventurous 42%
emotional 42%
challenging 28%
dark 28%
reflective 28%
sad 28%
tense 28%
inspiring 14%
mysterious 14%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 42%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.52

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