The Rebel Angels by Robertson Davies

326 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction literary challenging reflective slow-paced
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A goodhearted priest and scholar, a professor with a passion for the darker side of medieval psychology, a defrocked monk, and a rich young businessman who inherits some troublesome paintings are all helplessly beguiled by the same coed.The story ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 406 reviews

Moods

funny 80%
reflective 66%
mysterious 46%
challenging 40%
dark 26%
emotional 20%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%
lighthearted 6%
tense 6%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 35%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 36%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 45% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 10%

Average rating

3.81

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