The Diamond Throne by David Eddings

The Diamond Throne

The Elenium #1

David Eddings

13 hours, 50 minutes first pub 1989 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous funny medium-paced

Description

Sparhawk, the Pandion Knight and Queen's Champion, returns from a long spell of exile to find his native land overrun with evil and intrigue, and his young queen grievously ill. Indeed, Ehlana lies magically entombed within a block of crystal, doo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,241 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 44%
mysterious 22%
lighthearted 16%
dark 11%
inspiring 11%
challenging 5%
emotional 5%
hopeful 5%
tense 5%

Pace

medium 76%
fast 17%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 69% | A mix: 30%

Strong character development?

No: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | Yes: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.72

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