Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock

Mythago Wood

Mythago Wood #1

Robert Holdstock

336 pages • first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

Myth and Terror in the Forest DeepsThe mystery of Ryhope Wood, Britain's last fragment of primeval forest, consumed George Huxley's entire long life. Now, after his death, his sons have taken up his work. But what they discover is numinous and per...

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Community Reviews Summary of 595 reviews

Moods

mysterious 87%
adventurous 82%
dark 56%
reflective 30%
tense 30%
emotional 25%
challenging 15%
sad 5%
hopeful 2%
informative 2%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 45%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 27% | Character: 13% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 36% | No: 30% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.58

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