The Sunrise by Victoria Hislop

The Sunrise

Victoria Hislop

339 pages first pub 2014 (editions) user-added

fiction historical emotional reflective slow-paced
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The Sunrise by Victoria Hislop is a poignant and stimulating novel that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate historical fiction, family sagas, and stories of resilience, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy character-driven narratives that explore the complexities of human relationships, cultural identity, and the enduring power of love and hope in the face of conflict and adversity.

Description

In the summer of 1972, Famagusta in Cyprus is the most desirable resort in the Mediterranean, a city bathed in the glow of good fortune. An ambitious couple are about to open the island's most spectacular hotel, where Greek and Turkish Cypriots wo...

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Community Reviews

3.5
based on 419 reviews

Moods

sad: 76%

informative: 64%

emotional: 61%

reflective: 47%

challenging: 38%

tense: 29%

dark: 23%

hopeful: 14%

adventurous: 11%

inspiring: 11%

mysterious: 5%


Pace

12% of readers chose fast
61% of readers chose medium
25% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

17% of readers chose Plot
72% of readers chose A mix
10% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

57% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

48% of readers chose Yes
24% of readers chose Complicated
27% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

64% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

28% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
7% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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