fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced

628 pages | first published 2012

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Young Corban watches enviously as boys become warriors, learning the art of war. He yearns to wield his sword and spear to protect his king's realm. But that day will come all too soon. Only when he loses those he loves will he learn the true pric...
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Summary of 2024 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 55%
tense 55%
emotional 39%
mysterious 37%
challenging 16%
sad 15%
inspiring 7%
hopeful 5%
funny 2%
reflective 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 35%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Character: 19% | Plot: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 21% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.05

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