Lightlark by Alex Aster

Lightlark

Lightlark #1

Alex Aster

418 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction fantasy romance young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

Welcome to the Centennial.Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons—a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and bl...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,623 reviews

Moods

adventurous 93%
mysterious 65%
tense 36%
dark 30%
emotional 30%
challenging 16%
hopeful 9%
funny 6%
lighthearted 6%
inspiring 5%
sad 5%
reflective 3%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 28%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 35% | Character: 8% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 26%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 48% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 15% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.29

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