The Fortune of War by Patrick O'Brian

The Fortune of War

Aubrey & Maturin #6

Patrick O'Brian

355 pages • first pub 1979 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous informative medium-paced
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An essential of the truly gripping book for the narrative addict is the creation of a whole, solidly living world for the imagination to inhabit, and O'Brian does this with prodigal specificity and generosity." —A.S. ByattCaptain Jack Aubrey, R. N...

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Community Reviews Summary of 612 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 36%
funny 31%
lighthearted 27%
informative 22%
dark 18%
challenging 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 35%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 33% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 27%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 23%

Average rating

4.21

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