Rise of Empire by Michael J. Sullivan

781 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

The birth of the Nyphron Empire has brought war to Melengar. To save her kingdom, Princess Arista runs a desperate gamble when she defies her brother and hires Royce and Hadrian to perform a dangerous mission behind the enemy's lines. As the power...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
funny 50%
mysterious 42%
tense 30%
dark 21%
lighthearted 21%
emotional 18%
hopeful 9%
sad 7%
challenging 6%
inspiring 2%
reflective 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 38%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 33% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 13% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 44% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 49% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 21%

Average rating

4.22

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