Sharpe's Eagle: The Talavera Campaign, July 1809 by Bernard Cornwell

Sharpe's Eagle: The Talavera Campaign, July 1809

Sharpe #8

Bernard Cornwell

320 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous tense medium-paced
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Spain, July 1809Lieutenant Richard Sharpe faces not only great danger on the battlefield but also, even more dangerous, treachery within his own ranks. But as the enemy approaches, he must pick up his rifle and prepare to lead his men against the ...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
tense 60%
informative 40%
dark 20%
funny 20%
inspiring 16%
emotional 13%
challenging 10%
hopeful 10%
lighthearted 6%
reflective 6%
relaxing 6%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Plot: 36% | Character: 24%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 16%

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4.02

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