fiction fantasy science fiction young adult challenging dark mysterious slow-paced

416 pages | first published 2007

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The definitive English language translation of the internationally bestselling Ukrainian novel—a brilliant dark fantasy with "the potential to be a modern classic" (Lev Grossman), combining psychological suspense, enchantment, and terror that make...
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Summary of 2381 reviews

Moods

dark 88%
mysterious 84%
challenging 70%
tense 40%
reflective 31%
adventurous 18%
emotional 18%
sad 5%
inspiring 2%
funny 1%
hopeful 1%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 56%
medium 38%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 42% | Plot: 9% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 24% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.03

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