Lorna Doone by Michelle Allen, R.D. Blackmore

750 pages first pub 1869 (editions)

fiction classics historical romance emotional lighthearted medium-paced
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Description

A romantic adventure story set in south-west England in the 1600s. John Ridd swears revenge upon the evil Carver Doone who murdered his father. But who is the beautiful young girl he meets in Doone Valley?

Community Reviews Summary of 114 reviews

Moods

adventurous 83%
emotional 66%
dark 16%
hopeful 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
reflective 16%
relaxing 16%
tense 16%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 33% | Character: 33% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.4

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