Lieutenant Hornblower by C.S. Forester

352 pages first pub 1952 (editions)

fiction classics historical adventurous fast-paced
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The nineteenth century dawns and the Napoleonic Wars rage as Horatio Hornblower is ordered to the Caribbean and dangerous waters. New Lieutenant Hornblower's latest ship is HMS Renown, a sound vessel whose captain is unfortunately of rather unsoun...

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Community Reviews Summary of 532 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 21%
tense 21%
challenging 14%
inspiring 14%
lighthearted 14%
funny 10%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 10%
emotional 7%
dark 3%
relaxing 3%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 72%
fast 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 30% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 5% | Yes: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 21% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.08

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