A review by jagannon30
The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco

challenging dark informative mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

No question this one is a big read but it is a rewarding one. Even though it is dealing with some pretty heavy stuff in places this novel breezes along at a nice pace and the character of William of Baskerville is a brilliant creation, further immortalised by Sean Connery’s portrayal of him.