A Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin

688 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous dark medium-paced

Description

Here is the third volume in George R.R. Martin's magnificent cycle of novels that includes A Game of Thrones and A Clash of Kings. Together, this series comprises a genuine masterpiece of modern fantasy, destined to stand as one of the great achie...

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Moods

adventurous 94%
dark 75%
tense 65%
mysterious 29%
challenging 27%
emotional 24%
sad 12%
funny 5%
reflective 4%
hopeful 2%

Pace

medium 48%
slow 44%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 73% | Plot: 15% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 3% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 42%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.36

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