Lamentation by C.J. Sansom

737 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery mysterious medium-paced
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Description

While King Henry VIII lies on his deathbed, Queen Catherine Parr searches for the person who murdered the London printer who had her shocking, confessional memoir. By the author of Heartstone. 30,000 first printing.

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Moods

mysterious 87%
adventurous 70%
tense 62%
dark 60%
informative 37%
sad 27%
emotional 22%
challenging 20%
reflective 20%
funny 5%
inspiring 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 70%
slow 17%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 47% | Character: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 41% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 26%

Average rating

4.27

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