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4.35 AVERAGE
4.35 AVERAGE
Thomas Cromwell navigates the court of Henry VIII as Henry loses interest in Anne Boleyn. More excellent insights into a complex personality finding his way through complex problems, told with engaging and evocative prose, and enough humor to enlighten the grim subject of political assassination.
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A much easier read than Wolf Hall I found, mostly due to being more accustomed to Mantel's style of writing. Also, the plot seemed more fast paced than the first book, Anne Boleyn makes for a more interesting character study than Wolsey in places and this interpretation of her fall was interesting to read from a close perspective. Overall, enjoyed very much, shall try and conquer The Mirror and the Light before the end of the year.
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
challenging
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
informative
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
dark
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Another fantastic novel, Mantel has given us a look at Cromwells career and tries to show us the man he might have been. I find him fascinating and the writing is endlessly readable. Looking forward to the Trilogy conclusion.
challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced