The Raven in the Foregate by Ellis Peters

The Raven in the Foregate

Chronicles of Brother Cadfael #12

Ellis Peters

320 pages • first pub 1986 (editions)

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In a mild December in the year of our Lord 1141, a new priest comes to the parishioners of the Foregate outside the Abbey of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Father Ailnoth brings with him a housekeeper and her nephew—and a disposition that invites mur...

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Community Reviews Summary of 301 reviews

Moods

mysterious 85%
adventurous 35%
lighthearted 35%
reflective 28%
relaxing 14%
dark 7%
emotional 7%
hopeful 7%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
sad 7%
tense 7%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 28%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 70% | Yes: 30%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11%

Average rating

3.84

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