The Marchesa by Simonetta Agnello Hornby, Alastair McEwen

326 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction historical emotional reflective slow-paced
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A triumphant follow-up to Simonetta Agnello Hornby's internationally acclaimed The Almond Picker, this entertaining new novel is an intricate family saga interwoven with violent passions, cruelty, deceit, and the abuse of power.

Community Reviews Summary of 22 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
sad 100%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.4

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