The Bone Knife by Intisar Khanani

56 minutes first pub 2012 (editions) user-added

fiction fantasy short stories young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

Rae knows how to look out for family. Born with a deformed foot, she feigns indifference to the pity and insults that come her way. Wary of all things beautiful, Rae instantly distrusts their latest visitor: an appallingly attractive faerie. Furth...

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Community Reviews Summary of 316 reviews

Moods

adventurous 65%
mysterious 55%
lighthearted 30%
reflective 25%
tense 25%
emotional 20%
hopeful 20%
dark 15%
relaxing 10%
challenging 5%
funny 5%
inspiring 5%
sad 5%

Pace

fast 65%
medium 35%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 36% | Plot: 21%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 21% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 78% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 31% | N/A: 10% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.85

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