The Blue Fox by Sjón

The Blue Fox

Sjón

112 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical magical realism reflective slow-paced

Description

On a stark Icelandic mountainside, the imposing Reverend Baldur Skuggason hunts an elusive blue vixen for her near-mythical pelt. The treacherous journey across snow and ice will push his physical and mental endurance to the limit. In Baldur Sk...

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Community Reviews Summary of 740 reviews

Moods

mysterious 73%
reflective 60%
dark 50%
adventurous 35%
sad 28%
challenging 19%
emotional 16%
funny 8%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
informative 3%

Pace

fast 37%
medium 35%
slow 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 20% | Plot: 17% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 39% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.61

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