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markopdx's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
mellokitty's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
rosieclaverton's review against another edition
5.0
My favourite book in my favourite series. My third reading.
the_at_man's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
A wonderful, vibrant book full of colors and smells.
spartan_029's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
beserene's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
slow-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5
juliasilge's review against another edition
4.0
This is the 3rd book in the Aubrey-Maturin series of seafaring tales in the British Navy during the Napoleonic era. In this episode, Jack Aubrey takes command of the Surprise, a ship where he was a midshipman in his younger years. I enjoyed this installment the most of any so far, I think. The characters just get more rich and delightful and real. It has scurvy, albatrosses, the Cape of Good Hope, India, dueling, spying, a drunk sloth, love lost, love gained, and really one of the most exciting battle scenes I've ever read. I don't even like military/naval novels! I'm looking forward to getting the next one.