The Hemlock Cure by Joanne Burn

The Hemlock Cure

Joanne Burn

336 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction historical dark mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Description

A glitteringly dark historical novel of love, persecution, and survival set against the backdrop of one of history's most terrifying episodes: the Bubonic Plague.It is 1665 and the women of Eyam village keep many secrets. Especially Isabel and Mae...

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Community Reviews Summary of 131 reviews

Moods

dark 78%
mysterious 57%
tense 57%
emotional 42%
sad 40%
informative 16%
reflective 16%
adventurous 11%
challenging 9%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 34%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 13% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 65% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 14% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.62

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