A review by eucrid
Titus Groan by Mervyn Peake

challenging dark funny mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

A Richly rendered Gothic tail of the world within castle Gormenghast, entrenched in ancient ritual and bitter deceit. A cast of strange and unique characters maneuver to overcome petty rivalries and oppressive tradition.