Genghis: Lords of the Bow by Conn Iggulden

Genghis: Lords of the Bow

Conqueror #2

Conn Iggulden

387 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous challenging dark medium-paced
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Genghis unites Mongol tribes to cross the Gobi Desert and fight the Chin - gleaming cities, soaring walls, and canals. Laying siege to one fortress after another, Genghis cunningly crushes each enemy differently, overcoming moats, barriers, decept...

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Community Reviews Summary of 714 reviews

Moods

adventurous 95%
informative 57%
dark 47%
tense 28%
sad 14%
inspiring 9%
challenging 4%
mysterious 4%
reflective 4%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 45%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 38% | Character: 33% | A mix: 27%

Strong character development?

Yes: 58% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 64% | No: 17% | Yes: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 37% | N/A: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

4.18

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