The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade

The Cloister and the Hearth

Charles Reade

785 pages first pub 1861 (editions)

fiction classics historical romance challenging reflective slow-paced
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A picaresque historical novel by Charles Reade, published in 1861 and set in late medieval Holland and Europe. The novel focuses on the story of a young scribe and illuminator named Gerard Eliason and his love for Margaret Brandt, daughter of a po...

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Community Reviews Summary of 14 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 100%
hopeful 66%
sad 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
inspiring 33%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.27

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