The Scions of Shannara by Terry Brooks

The Scions of Shannara

Heritage of Shannara #1

Terry Brooks

432 pages first pub 1990 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous fast-paced

Description

Since the death of the Druid Allanon, the Four Lands have changed profoundly, with magic strictly forbidden in the Southland, now under totalitarian rule. Yet Par still has some power of the Wishsong. When he accidently brings a mythic horror to l...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 40%
mysterious 31%
emotional 22%
sad 22%
tense 22%
relaxing 9%
challenging 4%
funny 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
lighthearted 4%

Pace

medium 65%
fast 21%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 52% | A mix: 41% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.69

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