The Raven in the Foregate by Ellis Peters
The Raven in the Foregate
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Ellis Peters
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The Raven in the Foregate

Chronicles of Brother Cadfael #12

Ellis Peters

252 pages • first pub 1986 (editions)

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It is Christmas, A.D. 1141, Abbot Radulfus returns from London, bringing with him a priest for the vacant living of Holy Cross, also known as the Foregate. The new priest is a man of presence, learning, and discipline, but he lacks humility and th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 305 reviews

Moods

mysterious 86%
adventurous 40%
lighthearted 33%
reflective 26%
relaxing 13%
dark 6%
emotional 6%
hopeful 6%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%
sad 6%
tense 6%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 33%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 70% | Yes: 30%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11%

Average rating

3.84

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