Evelina: Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance Into the World by Frances Burney

Evelina: Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance Into the World

Frances Burney

15 hours, 53 minutes • first pub 1778 (editions)

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Originally published in 1778, Evelina is Frances Burney's first and most beloved novel. It was a landmark in the development of the novel of manners and went on to influence such enduringly popular authors as Jane Austen.By turns hilarious and gri...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,685 reviews

Moods

funny 77%
lighthearted 66%
emotional 36%
adventurous 17%
reflective 17%
hopeful 16%
challenging 14%
relaxing 11%
tense 6%
dark 3%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%
sad 1%

Pace

slow 65%
medium 31%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 48% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 7% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.68

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