The Empty Throne by Bernard Cornwell

302 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction historical emotional informative slow-paced
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This eighth entry in New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell's epic Saxon Tales series brings to life the harrowing and turbulent tale of a nation torn apart by sectarian and religious strife, a political struggle dominated by dynastic ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,036 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 46%
dark 38%
emotional 25%
funny 17%
informative 17%
challenging 13%
inspiring 11%
reflective 9%
hopeful 7%
lighthearted 5%
mysterious 5%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 43%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 33% | Character: 19% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 4% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.25

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