The Return by Victoria Hislop

The Return

Victoria Hislop

432 pages • first pub 2008 (view editions)

fiction historical romance emotional informative slow-paced
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The Return is ideal for readers who enjoy emotionally charged historical fiction that weaves personal dramas with broader historical conflicts, blending cultural exploration with heartfelt storytelling.

Description

Beneath the majestic towers of the Alhambra, Granada's cobbled streets resonate with music and secrets. Sonia Cameron knows nothing of the city's shocking past; she is here to dance. But in a quiet café, a chance conversation and an intriguing col...

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Community Reviews

3.68
based on 714 reviews

Moods

emotional: 79%

informative: 64%

sad: 64%

reflective: 33%

adventurous: 28%

tense: 28%

dark: 23%

challenging: 15%

hopeful: 12%

inspiring: 10%

mysterious: 7%

lighthearted: 5%

relaxing: 5%

Pace

7% of readers chose fast
57% of readers chose medium
34% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

12% of readers chose Plot
61% of readers chose A mix
25% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

58% of readers chose Yes
24% of readers chose Complicated
13% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

64% of readers chose Yes
32% of readers chose Complicated
3% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

59% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
25% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

7% of readers chose Yes
22% of readers chose Complicated
70% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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