Lightlark by Alex Aster

Lightlark

Lightlark #1

Alex Aster

432 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction fantasy romance young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

Welcome to the Centennial.Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons—a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and bl...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,544 reviews

Moods

adventurous 93%
mysterious 68%
tense 39%
emotional 33%
dark 30%
challenging 17%
hopeful 10%
funny 6%
sad 6%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 5%
reflective 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 29%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 34% | Character: 10% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 49% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 14% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.39

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