The Penguin Book Of Norse Myths: Gods Of The Vikings by Kevin Crossley-Holland

The Penguin Book Of Norse Myths: Gods Of The Vikings

Kevin Crossley-Holland

320 pages • first pub 1980 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous informative medium-paced

Description

The Scandinavian myths form a linked chain of stories, creating a mighty, fantastical world teeming with gods and goddesses, master-smiths and magicians. Battles between gods and giants exist alongside unexpected love matches until the final days ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 500 reviews

Moods

informative 77%
adventurous 74%
dark 29%
funny 25%
mysterious 18%
emotional 14%
inspiring 14%
lighthearted 11%
reflective 11%
relaxing 11%
challenging 3%
hopeful 3%
sad 3%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 30%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 37% | Plot: 31% | N/A: 18% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | N/A: 6% | Yes: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 29% | It's complicated: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

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