The Claw of the Conciliator by Gene Wolfe

The Claw of the Conciliator

The Book of the New Sun #2

Gene Wolfe

303 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction speculative fiction adventurous challenging mysterious slow-paced

Description

Severian is in possession of a gem considered to be "The Claw of the Conciliator", a powerful relic of the Master of Power, a legendary figure of mythic proportions. Armed with his sword, Terminus Est, and the Claw, Severian continues his journey ...

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Moods

adventurous 85%
mysterious 85%
challenging 80%
dark 70%
reflective 30%
tense 30%
emotional 10%
inspiring 10%
sad 10%
informative 5%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 47%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 40% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 56% | No: 43%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 26%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Average rating

3.85

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