The Valley of Horses by Jean M. Auel

The Valley of Horses

Earth's Children #2

Jean M. Auel

571 pages first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical romance adventurous slow-paced

Description

This unforgettable odyssey into the distant past carries us back to the awesome mysteries of the exotic, primeval world of The Clan of the Cave Bear, and to Ayla, now grown into a beautiful and courageous young woman. Cruelly cast out by the n...

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Moods

adventurous 98%
emotional 66%
informative 33%
inspiring 27%
hopeful 25%
challenging 22%
reflective 16%
sad 13%
funny 11%
dark 10%
lighthearted 10%
tense 10%
relaxing 6%
mysterious 5%

Pace

slow 70%
medium 26%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 67% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 38% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.76

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