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322 pages • first pub 1979 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007787487
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper Collins
Publication date: Not specified
Description
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...
Community Reviews Summary of 615 reviews
Moods
tense 39%
funny 34%
lighthearted 26%
informative 21%
dark 17%
challenging 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 19%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 42% | A mix: 31% | Character: 26%Strong character development?
Yes: 44% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 16%Loveable characters?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 22%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | Yes: 26%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
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Murder, Blood, Classism322 pages • first pub 1979 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007787487
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper Collins
Publication date: Not specified
Description
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...
Community Reviews Summary of 615 reviews
Moods
tense 39%
funny 34%
lighthearted 26%
informative 21%
dark 17%
challenging 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 19%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 42% | A mix: 31% | Character: 26%Strong character development?
Yes: 44% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 16%Loveable characters?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 22%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | Yes: 26%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
WarMinor
Murder, Blood, Classism