Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Torture, Violence, DeathModerate
Misogyny, Sexual content, Sexual assaultMinor
Homophobia, Sexual violenceCommunity Reviews
Summary of 934 reviews
Moods
adventurous 81%
dark 78%
challenging 76%
reflective 28%
tense 18%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%
Pace
medium 24%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 8%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 43% | No: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 9% | N/A: 3%Average rating
568 pages | first published 1994
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ISBN/UID: None
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: FOLIO SOCIETY
Publication date: Not specified
Description
The Shadow of the Torturer is the tale of young Severian, an apprentice in the Guild of Torturers on the world called Urth, exiled for committing the ultimate sin of his profession -- showing mercy toward his victim.The Claw of the Conciliator con...Book Information
568 pages | first published 1994
The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. We earn commission on any purchases made.
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ISBN/UID: None
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: FOLIO SOCIETY
Publication date: Not specified
Description
The Shadow of the Torturer is the tale of young Severian, an apprentice in the Guild of Torturers on the world called Urth, exiled for committing the ultimate sin of his profession -- showing mercy toward his victim.The Claw of the Conciliator con...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Torture, Violence, DeathModerate
Misogyny, Sexual content, Sexual assaultMinor
Homophobia, Sexual violenceCommunity Reviews
Summary of 934 reviews
Moods
adventurous 81%
dark 78%
challenging 76%
reflective 28%
tense 18%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%
Pace
medium 24%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 8%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 43% | No: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 9% | N/A: 3%Average rating