Lifelode by Jo Walton, Sharyn November

271 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction speculative fiction adventurous challenging slow-paced

Description

A very unique fantasy novel by Jo Walton — a winner of the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer and the World Fantasy award. From the introduction by Sharyn November: "Lifelode is what one might call domestic fantasy, set in a quiet farming ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 106 reviews

Moods

emotional 80%
reflective 70%
hopeful 50%
mysterious 30%
adventurous 20%
inspiring 20%
challenging 10%

Pace

slow 90%
medium 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | No: 30%

Average rating

4.04

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