Under Heaven by Guy Gavriel Kay

573 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous mysterious slow-paced

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Moods

adventurous 87%
reflective 55%
emotional 53%
mysterious 24%
tense 24%
challenging 20%
inspiring 20%
sad 20%
informative 16%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 12%
dark 10%
funny 2%

Pace

slow 56%
medium 43%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 20% | Character: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

4.07

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