A Burnable Book by Bruce Holsinger

A Burnable Book

John Gower #1

Bruce Holsinger

444 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious medium-paced
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An irresistible historical thriller reminiscent of the classics An Instance of the Fingerpost, The Name of the Rose, and The Crimson Petal and the White.London, 1385. Surrounded by ruthless courtiers--including his powerful uncle, John of Gaunt, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 357 reviews

Moods

mysterious 81%
challenging 45%
dark 36%
adventurous 27%
informative 27%
tense 27%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 36% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 55% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 22%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.38

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