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478 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
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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.
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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...
Community Reviews Summary of 724 reviews
Moods
informative 60%
adventurous 51%
sad 30%
inspiring 18%
reflective 18%
hopeful 15%
challenging 12%
tense 12%
dark 6%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
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
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Miscarriage, Domestic abuse, InfertilityModerate
Sexual content, Emotional abuse, RapeMinor
Confinement, Incest, Terminal illness478 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
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...
Community Reviews Summary of 724 reviews
Moods
informative 60%
adventurous 51%
sad 30%
inspiring 18%
reflective 18%
hopeful 15%
challenging 12%
tense 12%
dark 6%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
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
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Miscarriage, Domestic abuse, InfertilityModerate
Sexual content, Emotional abuse, RapeMinor
Confinement, Incest, Terminal illness