Fool's Fate by Robin Hobb

914 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous emotional slow-paced

Description

"Fantasy as it ought to be written . . . Robin Hobb's books are diamonds in a sea of zircons."--George R. R. Martin FitzChivalry Farseer has become firmly ensconced in the queen's court. Along with his mentor, Chade, and the simpleminded yet stron...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
emotional 93%
sad 46%
dark 41%
tense 32%
challenging 24%
mysterious 24%
hopeful 23%
reflective 23%
inspiring 7%
funny 6%
relaxing 2%

Pace

slow 54%
medium 40%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 56% | Character: 39% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 5%

Average rating

4.5

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