Checkmate by Dorothy Dunnett

763 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction historical thriller adventurous challenging medium-paced
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Combining all the political intrigue of Game of Thrones with the sweeping romanticism of Outlander, Dorothy Dunnett’s legendary Lymond Chronicles have enthralled readers for decades and amassed legions of devoted fans. In the series’ stunning conc...

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Community Reviews

4.7
based on 319 reviews

Moods

challenging: 92%

emotional: 92%

adventurous: 78%

tense: 50%

dark: 42%

reflective: 42%

sad: 42%

mysterious: 35%

hopeful: 28%

funny: 21%

informative: 14%

inspiring: 14%


Pace

9% of readers chose fast
63% of readers chose medium
27% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

80% of readers chose A mix
20% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

90% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Loveable characters?

81% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

50% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
40% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

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