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A review by easterncalculus
Foucault's Pendulum by Umberto Eco

mysterious tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

Both a love letter to, and denouncement of, Western Esotericism and Conspiracy Theories. Although quite a slow burn, the central unraveling of “The Plan” really sinks its hooks into you! The author balances an occasional paragraph of pretentious mysticism with lots of reflective philosophising and witty chatter between the very memorable main trio, making for some really enjoyable reading that’s surprisingly self-aware at times.