A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver by E.L. Konigsburg

A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver

E.L. Konigsburg

208 pages first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult emotional informative medium-paced
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A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver by E.L. Konigsburg is a captivating read for history enthusiasts and fans of strong, complex female characters, as it offers a rich and immersive portrait of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a trailblazing queen whose remarkable life and legacy continue to inspire and fascinate readers of all ages.

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Eleanor of Aquitaine, wife to two kings, mother to two others, has been waiting in Heaven a long time -- eight centuries, more or less -- to be reunited with her second husband, Henry II of England. Finally, the day has come when Henry will be jud...

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Community Reviews

3.88
based on 532 reviews

Moods

informative: 85%

adventurous: 57%

lighthearted: 57%

funny: 42%

reflective: 21%

emotional: 7%

hopeful: 7%

inspiring: 7%


Pace

38% of readers chose fast
53% of readers chose medium
7% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

9% of readers chose Plot
45% of readers chose A mix
45% of readers chose Character
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Character

Strong character development?

46% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
7% of readers chose N/A
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Loveable characters?

53% of readers chose Yes
30% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
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Diverse cast of characters?

27% of readers chose Complicated
63% of readers chose No
9% of readers chose N/A
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

76% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
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Complicated
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