Under Heaven by Guy Gavriel Kay

573 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous mysterious slow-paced

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Moods

adventurous 89%
reflective 55%
emotional 51%
mysterious 21%
tense 21%
challenging 19%
sad 19%
inspiring 17%
informative 14%
hopeful 12%
dark 10%
relaxing 10%
funny 2%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 45%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 59% | Plot: 21% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 15% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 24%

Average rating

4.08

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