Earthly Joys by Philippa Gregory

516 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction historical dark slow-paced
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John Tradescant’s fame and skill as a gardener are unsurpassed in seventeenth-century England, but it is his clear-sighted honesty and loyalty that make him an invaluable servant. As an informal confidant of Sir Robert Cecil, adviser to King James...

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Community Reviews Summary of 386 reviews

Moods

informative 71%
emotional 50%
reflective 42%
adventurous 21%
dark 21%
relaxing 21%
challenging 14%
inspiring 14%
sad 14%
hopeful 7%
lighthearted 7%
tense 7%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 21%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 35%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.39

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