Commodore Hornblower by C.S. Forester

384 pages first pub 1945 (editions)

fiction classics historical adventurous medium-paced
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1812 and the fate of Europe lies in the hands of newly appointed Commodore Hornblower. Dispatched to northern waters, Hornblower will protect Britain's Baltic interests and halt the advance of Napoleon's empire into Sweden and Russia. First he mus...

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Community Reviews Summary of 269 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 30%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%
funny 10%
hopeful 10%
reflective 10%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 22%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Average rating

3.95

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