Count Belisarius by Robert Graves

Count Belisarius

Robert Graves

576 pages first pub 1938 (editions)

fiction historical challenging informative slow-paced
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Count Belisarius by Robert Graves is a gripping historical epic that will captivate readers who crave immersive storytelling, are fascinated by the complexities of power and loyalty, and are drawn to the tale of a heroic figure's rise to greatness in a treacherous and tumultuous ancient world.

Description

The sixth century was not a peaceful time for the Roman empire. Invaders threatened on all fronties, but they grew to respect and fear the name of Belisarius, the Emperor Justinian's greatest general. With this book Robert Graves again demonstrate...

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Community Reviews

3.87
based on 157 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 100%

informative: 66%

emotional: 50%

reflective: 50%

challenging: 33%

inspiring: 33%

sad: 33%

dark: 16%

funny: 16%

tense: 16%


Pace

42% of readers chose medium
57% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

57% of readers chose A mix
42% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

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