Revelation by C.J. Sansom

550 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Description

Spring, 1543. King Henry VIII is wooing Lady Catherine Parr, whom he wants for his sixth wife. But this time the object of his affections is resisting. Archbishop Cranmer and the embattled Protestant faction at court are watching keenly, for Lady ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 794 reviews

Moods

dark 87%
mysterious 85%
adventurous 62%
tense 62%
informative 22%
challenging 20%
emotional 17%
reflective 15%
sad 10%
funny 2%
hopeful 2%

Pace

medium 69%
fast 23%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Plot: 41% | Character: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 38%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 35% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 48% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

4.19

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