The Pretender By: Jo Harkin

– Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure
– Plot: John Collan’s journey as a pretender to the throne in 1483
– Main Characters: John Collan, Joan
– Themes: Ambition, revenge, and identity
– Setting: England, Ireland, and Burgundy, 1483
– Tension: Royal intrigue, deceit, and danger
– Plot focus: John’s rise as a pretender and his quest
– Characters: Complex, with motivations and flaws
– Mood: Witty, poignant, and engaging
– Pace: Fast-paced, with adventure and drama
– Key elements: Historical fiction, royal intrigue, and adventure
– Author: Jo Harkin, with vivid and imaginative writing
– Target audience: Fans of historical fiction and adventure
– Similar authors: Like authors of historical fiction and royal intrigue
– Unique aspect: John’s journey as a pretender and his growth
– Appeal: For fans of historical fiction, adventure, and wit
– Key twist: John’s true identity and his quest
– Overall: A captivating tale of ambition and identity
– Recommendation: For fans of Jo Harkin and historical fiction
– Setting vibe: Historical, with vivid and immersive atmosphere
– Focus: John’s journey and growth as a pretender
– Praise: “An absolute delight”, “brilliant comedy of royal intrigue”
– Comparisons: Like other historical fictions with royal intrigue
– John Collan is a real prince, not a pretender
– The story takes place in modern times
– John is a happy, contented person with no ambitions
– Joan is a conventional, obedient daughter
– The plot is predictable and straightforward
– The book is a romance with no historical context
– Jo Harkin is a new, unknown author
– The story is dark and gritty with no humor
– John is a villain with no redeeming qualities
– The book has no emotional depth or resonance
– The writing is bland and unengaging
– The characters are one-dimensional and dull
– The story has no twists or surprises
– The book is not well-reviewed or popular
– John and Joan don’t have chemistry or tension
– The story is too short and lacking detail
– The book is a fantasy with no historical basis
– The royal intrigue is not complex or interesting
– The book has no themes or depth
– The story is not engaging or entertaining.