The Queen's Poisoner by Jeff Wheeler

The Queen's Poisoner

Kingfountain #1

Jeff Wheeler

318 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous medium-paced

Description

King Severn Argentine's fearsome reputation precedes him: usurper of the throne, killer of rightful heirs, ruthless punisher of traitors. Attempting to depose him, the Duke of Kiskaddon gambles...and loses. Now the duke must atone by handing over ...

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Moods

adventurous 90%
mysterious 43%
emotional 30%
tense 30%
hopeful 19%
funny 17%
lighthearted 17%
dark 16%
sad 14%
inspiring 8%
challenging 6%
relaxing 4%
reflective 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 49%
fast 32%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 20% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 51% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

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