Arthur & George by Julian Barnes
Arthur & George

Julian Barnes

Arthur & George

Julian Barnes

385 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction historical mystery challenging mysterious reflective slow-paced
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For readers who appreciate a rich, absorbing exploration of identity, controversy, and the complexities of life, Arthur & George by Julian Barnes is a captivating and engrossing novel that weaves together the intricate lives of two men, George and Arthur, in late-Victorian Britain.

Description

This book, in graphic novel format, is a retelling of the English legend in which enemies in Arthur's midst seek to take his throne.

Community Reviews

3.63
based on 1,545 reviews

Moods

reflective: 58%

mysterious: 55%

informative: 48%

emotional: 25%

challenging: 23%

hopeful: 18%

adventurous: 16%

sad: 13%

dark: 11%

inspiring: 9%

tense: 6%

funny: 2%

lighthearted: 2%

relaxing: 2%


Pace

2% of readers chose fast
39% of readers chose medium
58% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

10% of readers chose Plot
56% of readers chose A mix
32% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

59% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

48% of readers chose Yes
40% of readers chose Complicated
10% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

69% of readers chose Yes
19% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

59% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
24% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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