Romola by George Eliot

688 pages first pub 1863 (editions)

fiction classics historical adventurous reflective slow-paced
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One of George Eliot's most ambitious and imaginative novels, Romola is set in Renaissance Florence during the turbulent years following the expulsion of the powerful Medici family during which the zealous religious reformer Savonarola rose to cont...

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Community Reviews Summary of 200 reviews

Moods

reflective 65%
challenging 40%
emotional 40%
sad 25%
adventurous 20%
inspiring 20%
tense 20%
hopeful 15%
informative 15%
mysterious 15%
relaxing 15%
dark 10%
funny 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

slow 90%
medium 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 41% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.57

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