The Rose Rent by Ellis Peters

190 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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A late spring in 1142 brings dismay to the Abbey of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, for there may be no roses by June 22nd. On that day the young widow Perle must receive one white rose as rent for the house she has given to benefit the abbey or the c...

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Community Reviews Summary of 335 reviews

Moods

mysterious 90%
adventurous 27%
lighthearted 27%
dark 18%
emotional 18%
tense 18%
funny 9%
hopeful 9%
relaxing 9%
sad 9%

Pace

medium 90%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 28% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.9

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