Ladysmith by Giles Foden

Ladysmith

Giles Foden

366 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

fiction historical informative slow-paced
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The year is 1899, and Boer forces have surounded the small South African town of Ladysmith. As shells and shrapnel rain down, British soldiers and townsfolk dig themselves in, waiting for rescue. But General Buller's relief column can't break thro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 17 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
emotional 100%
tense 100%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.09

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