A review by drj
The Citadel by A.J. Cronin

challenging inspiring sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

A bit long and sometimes drab. I read it for the historic value ("The classic novel that inspired the NHS"); I would have preferred one of the shorter abridged versions, which I didn't know about until after.