King of the Vagabonds by Neal Stephenson

400 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction historical science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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A chronicle of the breathtaking exploits of "Half-Cocked Jack" Shaftoe -- London street urchin-turned-legendary swashbuckling adventurer -- risking life and limb for fortune and love while slowly maddening from the pox. . . and Eliza, rescued by J...

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Community Reviews Summary of 165 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
adventurous 50%
challenging 50%
informative 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.21

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