Heresy by S.J. Parris

405 pages first pub 2010 (editions) user-added

fiction historical mystery thriller mysterious slow-paced
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In Elizabeth’s England, true faith can mean bloody murder…Oxford, 1583. A place of learning. And murderous schemes.The country is rife with plots to assassinate Queen Elizabeth and return the realm to the Catholic faith. Giordano Bruno is recruite...

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Community Reviews Summary of 732 reviews

Moods

mysterious 82%
adventurous 61%
tense 58%
dark 56%
challenging 20%
informative 20%
reflective 15%
sad 12%
emotional 7%
funny 2%
hopeful 2%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 20%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 48% | A mix: 45% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 24%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 29% | No: 22% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 51% | It's complicated: 24% | Yes: 24%

Average rating

3.53

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