The Jewel by Amy Ewing

358 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous dark fast-paced

Description

The Jewel has many meanings: wealth, beauty, royalty. But for Violet, the Jewel has always meant servitude. Born and raised in the Marsh, Violet is destined for the Jewel. She is trained as a surrogate for the elite and is bought by the Duchess of...

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Moods

dark 60%
adventurous 56%
tense 47%
mysterious 43%
emotional 42%
challenging 27%
sad 22%
hopeful 10%
inspiring 5%
reflective 5%
funny 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 28%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Plot: 32% | Character: 16% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 18% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 47% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.6

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