Hornblower and the Hotspur by C.S. Forester

432 pages first pub 1962 (editions)

fiction classics historical adventurous fast-paced
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April 1803, and the Peace of Amiens is failing as Horatio Hornblower takes a sloop on a vital reconnaissance mission . . . On the day of his marriage to Maria, Hornblower is ordered to take the Hotspur and head for Brest - war is coming and Napole...

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Community Reviews Summary of 420 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 33%
informative 19%
challenging 14%
funny 14%
inspiring 9%
lighthearted 9%
mysterious 9%
dark 4%
emotional 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 25%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 42% | Character: 28% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 37%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.04

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