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Conclave by Robert Harris
4.5
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Really enjoyed it! although it did take some time to get around to reading it and sometimes felt like a struggle to pick up after a couple days off- it was easy to get into a groove and finish the last third in a day.

I watched the movie this year (before the Pope passed) and I’m so glad I did, I had a feeling it would connect with me and I ended up really liking the story and Lomeli/Lawrence’s character. It was nice (speculative) insight into a world I don't know anything about - and the book/movie duo complement each other well - definitely want to buy a copy if I see it around (and maybe try some other Robert Harris novels in the future as well!)