The Summer Queen by Elizabeth Chadwick

478 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction historical emotional slow-paced
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The Summer Queen by Elizabeth Chadwick is a captivating read for fans of historical fiction and strong, complex female characters, particularly those who appreciate stories of female empowerment, royalty, and romance, set against the rich backdrop of 12th century European history.

Description

Eleanor of Aquitaine is a 12th century icon who has fascinated readers for 800 years. But the real Eleanor remains elusive.This stunning novel introduces an Eleanor that all other writers have missed. Based on the most up-to-date research, it is t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 724 reviews

Moods

emotional 78%
informative 60%
adventurous 51%
sad 30%
inspiring 18%
reflective 18%
hopeful 15%
challenging 12%
tense 12%
dark 6%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 34%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 53% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 84% | Yes: 15%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 48% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.9

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