The Book Of Secrets by Fiona Kidman

The Book Of Secrets

Fiona Kidman

276 pages first pub 1987 (editions)

fiction historical emotional reflective slow-paced
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This historical novel recounts the life of Norman McLeod, a charismatic but domineering Scottish preacher who led a party of highlanders into exile after the clearances in Scotland. After settling in Nova Scotia and building ships, they travel to ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 10 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 50%
mysterious 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.11

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