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496 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781784299583
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: MacLehose Press
Publication date: 01 October 2019
Description
The Song Empire has been invaded by its warlike Jurchen neighbours from the north. Half its territory and its historic capital lie in enemy hands; the peasants toil under the burden of the annual tribute demanded by the victors. Meanwhile, on the ...
Community Reviews Summary of 210 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 53%
funny 46%
emotional 14%
inspiring 14%
mysterious 14%
tense 14%
reflective 12%
relaxing 12%
dark 9%
challenging 7%
hopeful 7%
informative 4%
sad 2%
Pace
fast 23%
slow 5%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 46% | A mix: 36% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 18% | N/A: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 62% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12% | N/A: 3%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Confinement, ViolenceModerate
GriefMinor
Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts496 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781784299583
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: MacLehose Press
Publication date: 01 October 2019
Description
The Song Empire has been invaded by its warlike Jurchen neighbours from the north. Half its territory and its historic capital lie in enemy hands; the peasants toil under the burden of the annual tribute demanded by the victors. Meanwhile, on the ...
Community Reviews Summary of 210 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 53%
funny 46%
emotional 14%
inspiring 14%
mysterious 14%
tense 14%
reflective 12%
relaxing 12%
dark 9%
challenging 7%
hopeful 7%
informative 4%
sad 2%
Pace
fast 23%
slow 5%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 46% | A mix: 36% | Character: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 18% | N/A: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 62% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12% | N/A: 3%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Confinement, ViolenceModerate
GriefMinor
Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts