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The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco
5.0
adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I knew this was a masterpiece but I hadn't tried to read it until now. I barely remember the 80s movie based on the story. I was attracted by its mix of dark ages historic background and its true crime vibes. 
After reading it I can say it is a perfectly crafted novel that combines the engagement of a thriller with much deeper history, psychology and philosophy. 
The pace of the writing is based on the daily routines of a monk abbey gives a real sense of immersion into the medieval universe 🕍
A must-read