The Desert of Souls by Howard Andrew Jones

309 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical mystery adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

The glittering tradition of sword-and-sorcery sweeps into the sands of ancient Arabia with the heart-stopping speed of a whirling dervish in this thrilling debut novel from new talent Howard Andrew Jones. In 8th century Baghdad, a stranger pleads...

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Community Reviews Summary of 96 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 33%
lighthearted 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.59

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