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Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
2.5
inspiring mysterious relaxing tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Honestly this could be a 5-star book, with interesting world-building and characters and an excellent premise. Unfortunately, the book is hamstrung by its extremely inconsistent pacing and almost completely uncritical regurgitation of early 19th century bigotry. 

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