Splendid by Julia Quinn

396 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction historical romance funny lighthearted medium-paced
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There are two things everyone knows about Alexander Ridgely. One, he's the Duke of Ashbourne. And two, he is determined to avoid marriage. That is until a redheaded American throws herself in front of a carriage to save his young nephew's life . ....

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,770 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 88%
funny 55%
emotional 27%
adventurous 25%
hopeful 16%
relaxing 11%
inspiring 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 48%
fast 39%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 45% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 23%

Strong character development?

Yes: 41% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3% | Yes: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.51

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