The Rule of Four by Dustin Thomason, Ian Caldwell

The Rule of Four

Dustin Thomason, Ian Caldwell

450 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction historical mystery thriller adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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An ivy league murder, a mysterious coded manuscript, and the secrets of a Renaissance prince collide memorably in The Rule of Four -- a brilliant work of fiction that weaves together suspense and scholarship, high art and unimaginable treachery.It...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,093 reviews

Moods

mysterious 84%
adventurous 58%
challenging 28%
dark 28%
tense 28%
informative 23%
emotional 15%
reflective 15%
sad 7%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 5%
funny 2%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 36%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 28% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 52% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 45% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 21%

Average rating

3.13

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