The Emperor's Soul by Brandon Sanderson

The Emperor's Soul

Elantris #1.7

Brandon Sanderson

136 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

Condemned to death after trying to steal the emperor’s scepter, she is given one opportunity to save herself. Though her skill as a Forger is considered an abomination by her captors, Shai will attempt to create a new soul for the emperor, who is ...

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Moods

adventurous 66%
mysterious 46%
reflective 39%
tense 25%
emotional 23%
hopeful 21%
inspiring 20%
challenging 9%
dark 9%
lighthearted 8%
funny 3%
informative 3%
relaxing 3%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 32%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 38% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 51% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

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4.38

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