The Element of Fire by Martha Wells

The Element of Fire

Ile-Rien #1

Martha Wells

fiction fantasy adventurous slow-paced

314 pages | first published 1993

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The kingdom of Ile-Rein lies in peril, menaced by sorcerous threats and devious court intrigues. As the weak King Roland, flattered and misled by treacherous companions, rules the country, only his ruthless mother, the Dowager Queen Ravenna, gua...
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Summary of 225 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 42%
tense 36%
mysterious 26%
emotional 21%
reflective 10%
challenging 5%
sad 5%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 38%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | A mix: 40%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 58% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.71

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