A Splendid Ruin: A Novel by Megan Chance

A Splendid Ruin: A Novel

Megan Chance

348 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

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A spellbinding novel of dark family secrets and a young woman’s rise and revenge set against the backdrop of the devastating 1906 San Francisco earthquake.The eve of destruction. After her mother’s death, penniless May Kimble lives a lonely life u...

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Community Reviews Summary of 506 reviews

Moods

mysterious 65%
adventurous 44%
dark 39%
tense 37%
emotional 25%
hopeful 16%
challenging 13%
sad 13%
inspiring 11%
informative 4%
reflective 4%
relaxing 4%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 25%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Character: 31% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 68% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 15% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 48% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.82

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