Once We Were Here by Christopher Cosmos

Once We Were Here

Christopher Cosmos

360 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction historical emotional slow-paced
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As World War II intrudes upon their home, three young friends risk everything for freedom, love, and a chance at a better life. On October 28th, 1940, Mussolini provides Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas with an ultimatum: either allow Axis fo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 53 reviews

Moods

emotional 92%
tense 69%
inspiring 61%
informative 53%
adventurous 46%
sad 46%
reflective 38%
challenging 30%
dark 23%
hopeful 15%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 21%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 70% | Plot: 20% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 33% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 22% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Average rating

3.88

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