Imperium by Robert Harris

480 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical thriller informative tense medium-paced
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When Tiro, the confidential secretary (and slave) of a Roman senator, opens the door to a terrified stranger on a cold November morning, he sets in motion a chain of events that will eventually propel his master into one of the most suspenseful co...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,629 reviews

Moods

informative 80%
tense 43%
adventurous 38%
inspiring 29%
reflective 26%
challenging 20%
mysterious 11%
funny 10%
dark 7%
emotional 6%
hopeful 6%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 20%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Plot: 27% | Character: 23% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 54% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 42% | No: 9% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 23% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.97

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