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3.81 AVERAGE
3.81 AVERAGE
It's been a while since I've really enjoyed a book. This one did not disappoint. I absolutely loved the storyline and found myself wishing it didn't end!
A Splendid Ruin was truly fun read that teetered between 4 and 5 stars for me the whole way! For me, I landed closer to a 4 as I’m not sure how much truth there was to the historical fiction aspect of this book.
Suspenseful and original
Genuinely enjoyed this gem of a book set in one of my favorite cities during its most challenging time. The details of the historic buildings and the bustle of the city surrounding the events make this a read you won’t want to put down.
Genuinely enjoyed this gem of a book set in one of my favorite cities during its most challenging time. The details of the historic buildings and the bustle of the city surrounding the events make this a read you won’t want to put down.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
DNF. Characters were flat and uninteresting, and the story was “meh”, at best. Goldie was a manipulative, spoiled brat; and I’m not sure how May could have been any more milquetoast.
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Slow start, amazing finish
I was a little unsure about this novel to start, it was a hair clunky and I was wondering what was going on... But then Oh. It really took off. And kept going! I was enraptured and couldn't put it down!
I was a little unsure about this novel to start, it was a hair clunky and I was wondering what was going on... But then Oh. It really took off. And kept going! I was enraptured and couldn't put it down!
If you like a good revenge story with beautiful descriptions, this is your book.
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes