The Monsters We Defy by Leslye Penelope

The Monsters We Defy

Leslye Penelope

fiction fantasy historical adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

392 pages | first published 2022

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Clara Johnson talks to spirits. A gift that saved her during her darkest moments in a Washington D. C. jail. Now a curse that’s left her indebted to the cunning spirit world.So, when the Empress, the powerful spirit who holds her debt, offers her ...
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Summary of 298 reviews

Moods

adventurous 84%
mysterious 79%
emotional 32%
tense 32%
dark 22%
hopeful 22%
informative 19%
inspiring 18%
funny 16%
reflective 16%
challenging 15%
sad 6%
lighthearted 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 78%
fast 16%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 65% | Plot: 24% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 22% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.31

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