The Seventh Gate by Richard Zimler

577 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction historical religion mysterious slow-paced
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Set in 1930s Berlin, during the Nazis' rise to power, 'The Seventh Gate' brings together Sophie Riedesel, an intelligent, artistic, and sexually adventurous 14-year-old with Isaac Zarco and his friends, most of whom are Jews, ex-circus performers ...

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Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
emotional 100%
hopeful 100%
informative 100%
mysterious 100%
reflective 100%
sad 100%
tense 100%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

4.41

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